Litty Thomas

• Managed microbial analysis for Allergan products under the Global Stability program following regulatory standards.
• Reported on testing, collating and presenting results using appropriate scientific methods.
• Conducted extensive laboratory tests and recorded results accurately.
• Maintained accessible, accurate data on relevant databases.
• Conducted routine analysis and testing in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)s and Current Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP)s.
• Disposed of finished samples and related waste materials safely.
• Calibrated and maintained sophisticated laboratory instruments, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Maintained stringent quality control protocols to guarantee accuracy and reliability of results.
• Trained new staff in laboratory procedures and safety protocols, enhancing team competency and efficiency.
• Guaranteed laboratory was well-stocked by performing routine storage checks.
• Recorded detailed log of completed activities for reliable recordkeeping.
• Recorded and analysed data meticulously, preparing detailed reports to summarise experimental outcomes.
• Ordered, replenished and organised laboratory supplies.

Participated in the development and implementation of new analytical methods, improving laboratory capabilities

• Adhered strictly to Standard Operating Procedures, maintained uniformity across all tests conducted.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry developments and regulations for continuous improvement in role.
• Calculate results, arrange for them to be checked and entered into LIMS system without delay
• To ensure that additional stocks of media, reagents and consumables are placed on order when necessary
• As a member of the team, to ensure that laboratory areas are kept tidy, especially designated area
• Demonstrated individual and team laboratory tests
• Interpreted research findings, summarising data into reports

• To the high standards of quality required and to inform Laboratory Supervisor in cases of doubtful validity of results
• Ensures that all work carried out is in compliance with the required regulatory standards, conforms to company policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Completes own test records on time and reviews test data for accuracy and completeness
• Maintains laboratory reagents and supplies
• Calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments
• Perform testing which may include environmental monitoring, water sampling, bioburden, endotoxin, growth promotion, in-process testing, Sterility testing, APET, Antibiotic Assay
• Participate in the validation of equipment and microbiology test methods
• Support raw material, utility, in-process, release and stability testing of sterile products
• Perform routine and non-routine Microbiological testing activities as required
• Reporting any problems encountered in analyses, including possible malfunctioning of equipment
• Making sure agreed deadlines for work completion and report if unlikely to be met
• To conform with all quality and safety systems
• Presented monthly status reports to supervisors and peer groups
• Conducted detection of various microorganism's from food samples
• Detection and isolation of listeria, salmonella and E.coli from various raw and meat samples
• Participate in risk assessments as required
• Assist in the provision of oversight during Media Fills
• Testing water samples from hospital, industries and in house water testing by the use of membrane filtration
• Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with GMP, GLP and regulatory standards and guidance
• Ensure all work is documented in accordance with the highest GMP standards including maintenance of data integrity at all times
• Perform particulate testing in an analytical lab on finished product
• Perform incoming testing for materials, including growth promotion testing in culture media and incoming test for Biological indicators
• Experience with working in an ISO clean room (Gowning and monitoring)
• Prepare and update Control forms, SOIs, and general lab documentation
• Prepare trends and technical reports based on data with guidance from lab management
• Participate in lab projects such as Method Transfers, Verifications, Validations and Equipment Qualifications
• Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms for future study
• Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving
• Organised files to support efficiency and traceability
• Demonstrated consistent hard work and dedication to achieve results and improve operations
• Enhanced understanding of microbial growth patterns through diligent observation and documentation.
• Prepared slides for microscope examination to support detailed investigations.
• Collaborated with team members, promoting an efficient working environment.

• Assemble, line, and pad cartons/containers using hand tools
• Assist qc by taking swabs and by doing metal detector to observe the products
• Making the documentation up-to-date by helping the supervisor
• Work as a team leader, train new staff over there
• HACCP polices are introduced to the new staff and always try to maintain in the industry
• Examine and inspect containers / materials & products to ensure all packing specifications are met
• Mark & label container tags or products using marking tools
• Obtain, move and sort products, materials / containers & orders using hand tools
• Place or pour products or materials into containers using hand tools and equipment
• Fill containers using sprouts or chutes
• Remove completed or defective products/materials to specified areas
• Seal containers using appropriate tools
• Clean & maintain work areas
• Load materials / products / onto processing equipment

• Identified key findings for each case, including location, severity and clinical findings
• Wrote and submitted final reports detailing successes and failures in each investigation and recommended corrective actions
• Uphold requirements for data collection, reporting and quality control for duration of investigations
• Developed excellent working knowledge of industry trends and improvements in processes
• Having various fields of training such as DNA isolation, Molecular biology, electrophoresis techniques, R DNA technology, Microbiological assays, Centrifugation methods, Chromatographic techniques, Spectroscopic techniques
• Hands on training of certain instruments such as PCR, HPLC, UV spectrometry, gas chromatography, fermentor, lyophiliser, autoclave, pH meter, colony counter, micro centrifuge, UV transilluminator, Blotting