Thomas Povanda
Head of Asset Management - Americas Sanofi
- Role
- Head of Asset Management - Americas at Sanofi
- Location
- Pompton Plains, NJ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Thomas Povanda
Leadership, Focus, Direction! Transformational and charismatic leader with over 20 years of success in identifying Engineering, Maintenance, Calibration, Reliability and Automation Strategies, Site/Utilities needs and facilitating the implementation of Emerging Technologies within the Pharmaceutical and BioTech industries. Ability to develop strategic vision with conversion into tactical actionable plans utilizing positive coaching skills and by utilizing LEAN tools. I solicit input from key stakeholders while considering the facts to make informed decisions.What sets me apart is my varied and extensive hands on experience with manufacturing, packaging and facilities equipment/systems within both Aseptic and Class II Narcotic, Oral Solid Dosage operating environments. The combination of my experience in systems analysis, planning and performance management has allowed me to deliver results despite often-complex challenges. My technological capabilities are complemented by strong leadership and managerial skills and a long-standing commitment to execution and performance improvement given a keen ear to the voice of the customer. I have the ability to develop strategic vision with conversion into tactical actionable plans utilizing positive coaching skills. My primary personal goal is to unleash and maximize the hidden potential of those whom I work with to help my fellow colleagues reach their full potential. To sum it all up, it’s all about making a positive impact to the business in a cost effective, carbon neutral and sustainable business facing manner in the midst of the digital world we live in. Specialties: Asset Management, Reliability, Automation, Instrumentation, Calibration, Validation, Maintenance, CMMS, CCMS, CMRP, PMP, SAP PM, Management, Project Management, Manager, Director, Associate, Global Leader, Community of Practice, Process, Optimization, Leadership, Knowledge Management, Direct, Personal, Decisive, Inclusive
Experience
Head of Asset Management - Americas
Sep 2024 — Present · NJ, US
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering
1982 — 1987
Patten University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Strategic Management
2015 — 2017
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