Lee Bestington
North Rothbury,NSW
Summary
Quality-focused manufacturer with 7 years of experience in bulk pharmaceutical liquids and creams production, complemented by 2 years in pharmaceutical packaging operations. Extensive background as a machine operator with over 20 years in agricultural processing, textiles, PVC production, and pharmaceutical filling. Proven ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in unsupervised environments, demonstrating strong time management and organizational skills. Seeking entry-level opportunities to leverage skills and contribute to company success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing/Packaging
Jurox/Zoetis
Rutherford, Australia
10.2015 - Current
- I have spent 7 years within the manufacturing team in the production of Endoparasic and Ectoparasitic bulk liquid formulas, batch sizes ranging from 300 litres to 10,000 litres.
- Set up and operation of filling lines
- Manufacturing of antibiotic creams and ointments batch sizes ranging from 24kg to 500kg.
- Cleaning of the manufacture and filling rooms by following relevant SOP.
- Dispensing of raw materials for the manufacturing process and use of the internal weighing systems.
- In process sample testing for pH, and specific gravity, wet sieve tests, viscosity, and hydration.
- Worked alongside the Research and development team in the testing and process of new formulars for creams, Endo and Ecto parasitic products.
- From 2023 to currant working with the packaging team in the processing and packaging of creams, ointments, and tablets.
- Operation and end of process cleaning of small syringe filler for the filling of antibiotic creams, with in process air monitoring and the use settle plates.
- Conducting sampling for Total Organic Carbon and Conductivity testing for filling machine parts prior to setup of the small syringe filler.
- Operation of tube filling machine for the filling of antibiotic ointments.
- Operation of syringe labelling machine.
Manufacturing
Wax converters
Rutherford, Australia
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Spent 5 years working with the PVC manufacturing team producing PVC products for the use in grain silo lining, water tank lining, Tarps, and Tonua's.
- Dispensing of raw materials and pigments for the process of mixing the PVC paste.
- Setup and operation of the PVC machine coating material lengths ranging from 200m to 6000m.
Machine operator/Labourer
Gromor Enterprises
Singleton, Australia
01.2003 - 01.2010
- Spent 7 years as a machine operator and labourer to produce mushroom compost.
- Operation of agricultural hoppers and feeders, operation of forklifts for storing and loading trucks with finished product, operation of bobcat for loading hoppers with compost for processing, operation of front-end loader for loading trucks with compost waste for disposal.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coln Valley High
Huddersfield West Yorkshire England09-1997
Skills
- Material handling and dispensing
- Chemical processing and batch production
- Equipment setup and operation
- Risk assessment and troubleshooting
- Time management and punctuality
- Team collaboration and communication
- Regulatory compliance and WHS/EHS processes
- Attention to detail and dependability
- Adaptability and positive attitude
Timeline
Manufacturing/Packaging
Jurox/Zoetis
10.2015 - Current
Manufacturing
Wax converters
01.2010 - 01.2015
Machine operator/Labourer
Gromor Enterprises
01.2003 - 01.2010
High School Diploma -
Coln Valley High
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