Daryl Bryant has over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical and chemical processing, including tablet compression operations, batch processing, chemical operations, process controls, and quality control. He is currently a Chemical Operator at Integra LifeSciences, where he oversees collagen-based skin product manufacturing and ensures compliance with standards and regulations. Previously, he worked at Merck for over 25 years in various roles such as Senior Tablet Compression Operator and Warehouse Monitor, helping to develop major drugs and drive improvements in efficiency.
1. DARRYL BRYANT
962 Wewanna Avenue • Union, New Jersey 07083
(908) 875-9148 (Mobile) • (908) 688-1002 (Residence) • dbryant8893@yahoo.com (Email)
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Seasoned Pharmaceutical and Chemical Processing Technician with twenty-plus years of significant experience in the
organization and execution of operational and processing functions supporting research, development, and
production of pharmaceuticals and collagen-based soft tissue solutions. Core competencies include:
• Tablet Compression Operations • Batch Processing • Chemical Operations
• Process Controls • Mechanical Maintenance • Research & Development (R&D) Support
• Sample Testing • Continuous Quality Improvement • Experimental/Pilot Batch Processing
• Quality Control • Standard Operating Procedures • Current Good Manufacturing Practices
• Complex Problem Solving • Team Collaboration • Records/Information Management
An effective, highly productive staff and team member with a strong commitment to achieve objectives as established
and the capacity to utilize and integrate diverse resources in the timely fulfillment of processing requirements.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Integra LifeSciences, Plainsboro, New Jersey 05/15 to Present
Chemical Operator - Skin
• Review and interpret processing schedules and operating logs governing batch mixing and chemical processing
operations employed in the manufacture and packaging of collagen-based, biologically-derived skin products.
• Control environmental variables assuring processing in strict conformance to company-established standards
within a sterile environment in which processing and packaging operations are performed in an ISO class 5 clean
room requiring proper gowning of processing personnel.
• Assemble, operate, adjust, and maintain equipment – accurately measuring chemical ingredients employed in
mixing and processing batches.
• Maintain product quality, performing inspections to identify defects in product manufacture and ensure
compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs), current good manufacturing practices (cGMPs), and
regulatory requirements.
• Assure the safe and efficient handling of chemicals and other raw materials and products, both hazardous and
non-hazardous.
• Complete product packaging functions including cutting and machine packaging to produce a pre-sterilized
product.
• Maintain records, logs, and other critical production information, employing computer literacy and applications
including Oracle MRP system.
Merck & Company (formerly, Schering Plough), Kenilworth, New Jersey 10/85 t0 09/11
Senior Tablet Compression Operator (05/90 to 09/11)
• Operated tablet press in a manner producing high-quality sample testing, commercial, experimental, and pilot
batches – including significant collaboration with R&D scientists engaged in development of major new drug
products such as Claritin D® and Coricidin®.
• Located and executed transfer of blended materials to tablet press area – verifying batch number and product
name again product container labels.
• Assembled, operated, cleaned and maintained presses and associated equipment including Elizabeth-Hata,
Courtoy, Manesty, Stokes, Fette, Kikusui Dry Coater, Beta 16 and 23, and Compact MG2 rotary capsule – adjusting
equipment settings to ensure product manufacture within specifications.
• Performed in-process checks for tablet weight, hardness, thickness, and friability as detailed in established
procedure – utilizing hardness tester, scales, and micrometers as required and documenting tablet press process
information in conformance with SOP.
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• Monitored press operations and identified operational issues potentially impacting product quality – applying
knowledge of SOPs and cGMPs and alerting management to rectify problems.
• Maintained manufacturing batch records including all process labels, room and equipment log books, and in-
process documentation.
• Contributed new ideas to help drive improvements in efficiency and quality.
• Complied with all safety precautions in all phases of processing and materials handling.
Warehouse Monitor (10/85 to 05/90)
• Operated robotic machinery, utilizing cGMP guidance in facilitating production via supply of required materials
and equipment in conformance to establish manufacturing schedules.
• Assisted supervisor in maintaining inventory records, receiving stock, and selecting and transporting required
materials to production areas.
EDUCATION:
Montclair State University, Upper Montclair, New Jersey
Biology Curriculum
Cheyney State University, Cheyney, Pennsylvania
Business Curriculum
Union County College, Cranford, New Jersey
Licensed Practical Nursing Curriculum
Weequahic High School, Newark, New Jersey
High School Diploma