Ismail Ismail
Windsor,NS
Summary
Experienced Manufacturing Team Lead with a strong background in process operations, equipment handling, GMP compliance, and team leadership. A self-starter who learns quickly and adapts to complex manufacturing environments. Extensive hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting pressurized vessels, transfer lines, ÄKTA systems, UFDF systems, fermentors, filtration systems, mixers, centrifuges, pumps, and heat exchangers, along with equipment sanitization (CIP & SIP).
Proactively plan and execute production strategies, leading to consistent overperformance in manufacturing operations. Ensure GMP compliance and accurate documentation, following ALCOA principles when executing BPRs, while also ensuring my team follows and enforces GMP standards in both operations and documentation to maintain regulatory compliance and quality requirements. Assist in updating and refining BPRs to improve clarity and operational efficiency. Committed to workplace safety, ensuring adherence to safety principles and reinforcing a strong safety culture within the team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Team Lead
BioVectra Inc.
Windsor, NS
12.2022 - Current
- Oversee equipment operation, process monitoring, and sanitization (CIP & SIP) while ensuring adherence to safety principles and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure my team follows and enforces GMP standards in both operations and documentation, maintaining regulatory compliance and quality requirements.
- Assist in updating and refining BPRs to improve clarity and operational efficiency.
- Take a hands-on approach to troubleshooting, equipment setup, and process adjustments to maintain efficiency and minimize downtime.
- • Proactively plan and execute production strategies, leading my shift to consistently exceed performance targets.
- • Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to improve production workflows and resolve technical challenges.
Production Technician
BioVectra Inc.
Windsor, NS
05.2022 - 12.2022
• Operated and monitored equipment, including ÄKTA systems, UFDF systems, and fermentors, making process adjustments to ensure optimal operating conditions as outlined in the BPR.
• Performed routine equipment sanitization (CIP & SIP procedures) to maintain production quality and compliance.
• Worked extensively with GMP documentation, ensuring BPRs were accurately executed in line with ALCOA principles.
Production Operator
Apple Valley Foods Inc.
Kentville, NS
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Worked in a high-paced food production environment, assisting in packaging and mixing operations.
- Ensured compliance with GMP and safety protocols, maintaining high product quality.
- Recognized for adaptability and strong work ethic, frequently assigned to support multiple production teams.
Skills
Process Operations, Equipment Handling & Sanitization (CIP & SIP) – Skilled in operating and maintaining pressurized vessels, filtration systems, mixers, and pumps
Production Efficiency & Planning – Proven ability to optimize workflows, troubleshoot equipment, and improve production output
Safety & Compliance – Ensure adherence to safety principles and enforce a strong safety culture across operations
GMP Compliance & Documentation – Ensure accurate documentation and ALCOA compliance when executing BPRs, while making BPR updates and refinements for clarity and efficiency
Leadership & Team Coordination – Experience in leading high-performing shifts and collaborating across departments
Process Monitoring & Optimization – Monitor and adjust ÄKTA systems, UFDF systems, and fermentors to maintain optimal operating conditions as per BPR guidelines
Timeline
Manufacturing Team Lead
BioVectra Inc.
12.2022 - Current
Production Technician
BioVectra Inc.
05.2022 - 12.2022
Production Operator
Apple Valley Foods Inc.
07.2021 - 09.2021