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Shannon Smyth

Mortlake,NSW

Summary

PERSONAL STATEMNET I am a highly motivated professional with 5+ years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry, specializing in Analytical, Quality Control, and Stability. My track record reflects a commitment to quality work, strong attention to detail, and a passion for skill development.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training and Development Specialist

Norbrook Laboratories
04.2022 - 08.2023
  • Training and Competency Enhancement: Provided comprehensive training and support to personnel at all levels within the QC department
  • Ensured achievement of competency milestones and adherence to company policies in a GMP environment
  • Elevated standards among employees through setting examples and fostering a positive work environment
  • Continuous Program Development: Developed and refined training programs to ensure QC department's ongoing compliance with GMP standards
  • Managed multiple concurrent tasks, consistently achieving successful project completions
  • Collaborated effectively in diverse teams and demonstrated equal proficiency in independent work
  • Enhancing Process Effectiveness: Monitored emerging trends, conducted audits, reviewed CAPAs and OOTs, bringing in valuable knowledge
  • Managed Change Controls, Deviations, and CAPA actions, enhancing overall process efficiency
  • Utilized eQMS, Trackwise, Empower-3, PAWS to streamline workflows in line with regulatory guidelines
  • Quality Assurance and Auditing: Conducted audits to ensure adherence to GMP and Health & Safety standards, maintaining consistency in housekeeping and cleanliness
  • Provided crucial support during customer and regulatory audits/inspections
  • Technical Troubleshooting and Offered troubleshooting assistance to QC, chemical synthesis, and validations departments, specializing in HPLC, GC, Particle Size Analysis, and KF techniques
  • Amended and created documents such as SOPs, out-of-specification reports, training records, and associated documentation
  • Advanced Skill Development: Completed Metrohm’s Karl Fischer Workshop, Malvern Particle Size Analysis, and Waters HPLC Troubleshoot upskilling
  • Enriched technical expertise through general biology courses at Southern Regional College, earning certificates of accreditation
  • Effective Communication and Training: Demonstrated strong communication skills, effectively liaising with colleagues for troubleshooting and task execution
  • Earned QA Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF), enhancing abilities to deliver impactful training
  • Onboarding and New Analyst Training: Delivered chemical safety induction training weekly to new company hires, overseeing over 500 staff members' completion
  • Successfully onboarded 65 new analysts, providing basic analytical training, and delivered HPLC training to 32 analysts within a year and a half, while efficiently managing concurrent responsibilities.
  • Compiled training handbook and related course materials.
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Worked with central management to identify, plan, align, and address training needs.

Analyst

Almac Pharma Services
01.2019 - 04.2022
  • Working in the QC team analysing finished products on the market for rare diseases
  • Utilized diverse analytical techniques to analyze Finished Products, APIs, Raw Materials, and Stability Samples using a multitude of analytical equipment such as HPLC, Karl Fisher, FTIR, Flame Photometry, Dissolution baths UV-spec, chromatography and chloride analyser under GMP conditions
  • Managed multiple tasks concurrently, consistently achieving successful project completions
  • Other tasks include calibration and maintenance of lab equipment and troubleshooting when required
  • Carrying out paperwork and data checking up to the GMP and ICH standards
  • Writing and review SOP’s, Associated documents, Change request, qualification documents etc
  • Perform dissolution testing towards Biowaiver studies for generic drug products
  • Conduct stability testing (Zone II, Zone III and refrigerated conditions) for finished drug products, in line with ICH Q1 guidance
  • Perform stability testing for the drug products
  • Compile data from stability testing and report any OOT to the line manager
  • Assist with analytical method development for solid and powder dosage forms using HPLC and UV
  • Raise and investigate OOS/OOT and deviations
  • Working to set up a new site due to the United Kingdom leaving the European union
  • Conducting in-house audits of laboratories and stores
  • Conducting equipment qualification, set up and verification
  • Report to the line manager regularly, providing input for project timelines as necessary
  • Proficient in working to the standards of HPRA, FDA, MHRA and ICH guidelines.

Cattle Mustering and Herding Assistant

Choice Angus stud
Molong, NSW
08.2018 - 11.2018
  • Managed Livestock by collaborating in the mustering and herding of Angus cattle using both horseback and vehicles, alongside skilled canine assistance
  • Addressing unexpected challenges that arise during cattle mustering, making quick decisions to ensure smooth operations

Traffic controller

The Traffic Marshal
03.2018 - 08.2018
  • Led Traffic Control Team: Managed a team of traffic controllers, optimizing traffic flow and ensuring safety through sign placement and coordination.
  • Collaborative Approach: Worked closely with colleagues to maintain smooth traffic control operations and enhance public safety.
  • Safety Focus: Executed traffic control protocols with precision, ensuring the safety of both motorists and pedestrians.
  • Adaptability: Quickly adapted strategies to address unforeseen challenges, demonstrating flexibility in dynamic traffic environments.
  • Clear Communication: Effectively communicated instructions to team members and motorists, maintaining orderly traffic patterns.
  • Time Management: Efficiently managed tasks within a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely and organized traffic control procedures.

Traffic Controller

Garde
12.2017 - 03.2018
  • Traffic control and sign placement, working with teams
  • Place of employment:

Pharmacy Technician

Bradleys Pharmacys
07.2017 - 11.2017
  • Advising the public of the best, products to treat their ailment
  • Selling OTC medication, Opening and closing shop
  • Stock and date checks of medication, Stack Shelves, Counting cash at day end and sorting tablets, Clean etc
  • Managed multiple tasks concurrently, consistently to completions.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.

waitress

The Racecourse
Dundalk
05.2014 - 11.2017
  • Dealing this the public, serving food, taking orders, working with a large team.

The Medicine shop Dromiskin
10.2015 - 07.2017
  • Provided expert advice on over-the-counter (OTC) products to address various health concerns
  • Sold OTC medications, organized weekly medication packs, and processed orders
  • Showcasing my Sales and Medication Management.Managed opening and closing procedures, including stock shelving, cash counting, and tablet sorting.Offered attentive service to customers, addressing their inquiries and ensuring satisfaction
  • Whilst Maintaining cleanliness of the shop environment, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere.

Analyst

Tara Mines Laboratory’s
03.2016 - 09.2016
  • Elemental Analysis: Conducted ICP-MS analysis of daily water samples to determine elemental content for environmental protection purposes
  • Blood Analysis: Utilized GC-MS for precautionary iron and lead analysis of mine staff blood samples
  • Water Quality Testing: Executed distillation and other methods to assess water cyanide levels
  • Administrative Tasks: Managed daily paperwork and write ups in the environmental lab, utilizing Laboratory Management Systems (LMS).

waitress and housekeeping

The Fat Goose Restaurant
05.2014 - 03.2016
  • A small bit of bar work Responsibilities included: serving food, taking orders etc.

Analyst

Queens Cell biology
01.2015 - 1 1
  • Working within Queens’s chemistry research labs carrying out a project to investigate a Legumain inhibiter for prostate cancer using equipment such as HPLC and NMR

waitress and housekeeping

Fairways Hotel
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • And a small bit of bar work
  • Responsibilities included: silver service at weddings and working in carvery
  • General
  • Cleaning, bed making and disinfecting, brief bar work in the Fairways nightclub “Studio Eight”

Assistant

John Mc Kernan Tyre Depot
02.2012 - 08.2012
  • Changing tyres ,cleaning cars and lorries, Organizing and general office filing.
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Assisted manager in all aspects of business operations.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems to facilitate easy access to information.
  • Monitored and ordered supplies and materials to keep office well stocked.
  • Supported Shop Foreman and other mechanics on vehicle repair projects.
  • Measured tire pressure and increased or decreased to meet manufacturers' recommendations.
  • Changed vehicle engine oil and filters for waiting customers.
  • Washed and vacuumed vehicles after repairs prior to customer pick up.
  • Dismounted and mounted wheels and tires for balancing, repair and replacement.

waitress/sales assistant

Burger King
01.2012
  • Serving customers, dealing with the public, working at a fast pace, working with a large team.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Drug And Medicinal Product Analaysis

Limerick Institute of Technology
Limerick Ireland
09.2013 - 06.2017

Skills

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Accomplishments

  • Personal Growth through Travel: Explored diverse cultures and environments to develop organizational skills, independence, and outgoing qualities that you cannot teach in a classroom
  • Youth Mentorship and Leadership: participated in Saint Vincent de Paul youth for justice action project, Volunteered at homework clubs, aiding young children with academic challenges
  • Taught under 12’s hip-hop dance group, and Coached and coordinated junior GAA football showcasing effective teaching and communication skills, strong leadership and team management
  • In short, I have learned to manage and retain the interest of even the most challenging of groups
  • The following courses are with certificates of completion: Finishing school, Up-styling and nail sculpting in Limerick College of Further Education, Calligraphy training
  • Successfully completed disability awareness training, deepening my understanding of inclusivity and diverse perspectives
  • Emergency Response and Fire Safety Training: Integral member of a local first response team, trained in life-saving techniques, including defibrillation and resuscitation protocols
  • Attained a QA Level 3 award in First Aid at Work, reinforcing my ability to provide immediate medical assistance and maintain a safe environment
  • Equipped with comprehensive fire safety skills through Fire Sweeper and Fire Extinguisher training, ensuring readiness to handle emergency situations effectively.QA Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF)
  • I have a major interest in charity work – Led organisation of large charity events such as a concert in aid of Newry hospice, Casino night in aid of Shadie sunshine’s charities of choice, Skydived to raise money for Macmillan demonstrating event planning and organizational skills
  • Have my full driving license
  • Articulated haul truck license, Construction induction ticket, traffic controller ticket, implement traffic control plans tickets.

Certification

Education and training

Timeline

Education and training

01-2023

Training and Development Specialist

Norbrook Laboratories
04.2022 - 08.2023

Analyst

Almac Pharma Services
01.2019 - 04.2022

Cattle Mustering and Herding Assistant

Choice Angus stud
08.2018 - 11.2018

Traffic controller

The Traffic Marshal
03.2018 - 08.2018

Traffic Controller

Garde
12.2017 - 03.2018

Pharmacy Technician

Bradleys Pharmacys
07.2017 - 11.2017

Analyst

Tara Mines Laboratory’s
03.2016 - 09.2016

The Medicine shop Dromiskin
10.2015 - 07.2017

Analyst

Queens Cell biology
01.2015 - 1 1

waitress

The Racecourse
05.2014 - 11.2017

waitress and housekeeping

The Fat Goose Restaurant
05.2014 - 03.2016

Bachelor of Science - Drug And Medicinal Product Analaysis

Limerick Institute of Technology
09.2013 - 06.2017

Assistant

John Mc Kernan Tyre Depot
02.2012 - 08.2012

waitress and housekeeping

Fairways Hotel
01.2012 - 01.2014

waitress/sales assistant

Burger King
01.2012

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