1. Timothy J. Gervan
6825 DAVE DR. tgervan@windstream.net
Madison, Ohio 44057 (440)796-6713
CAREER SUMMARY
Electronics/Metrology/Instrumentation Technician, Group Leader, System Administrator, and Manager with 25+
years of experience in the Pharmaceutical, Nuclear, Manufacturing, Metrology, and Customer Service fields. With a
proven history of dependability, strong interpersonal skills, team and solo performance. Quick learner, quality
minded, able to balance competing priorities, and eager to learn and apply new skill sets.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
First Energy Perry Nuclear Power Plant – Perry, Ohio Feb. 2015 - April. 2014
I&C Technician (3 month contract position with Rangam Consultants)
Technician Responsibilities
Performed scheduled maintenance, calibrations, troubleshooting, repair and assist in the major maintenance and
calibration of instrumentation and controls, reactor protection and associated equipment. Verified and complied with
equipment clearances and radiological work permits associated with instrument and control maintenance work
assignments. Assisted other groups in support of safe operations and maintenance of the nuclear site. Assisted in
performing maintenance, calibrations, and troubleshooting on systems and equipment within the reactor
containment and other radiological areas during all modes of plant operation.
Boehringer Ingelheim – Ben Venue Laboratories–Bedford, Ohio Aug. 2002 - Oct. 2014
Metrology System Administrator, Group Leader, Senior Technician, and Technician
Technician Responsibilities
Calibrate, repair, troubleshoot, install, configure, and preventative maintenance of pressure, temperature, humidity,
flow, process control, data logging, pH and conductivity, limit instrumentation, and scales/balances for production
and facility related systems and equipment utilizing NIST traceable standards. Plan work with factory leadership.
Maintain compliance and stay current on standard operating procedures on individually assigned curriculum.
Communicate with vendors and manufacturers as needed for service issues and or special order inventory
requirements. Participate in quality and safety improvements.
Group Leader Responsibilities
Led the Metrology Technicians and Specialists by ensuring they were trained on all department procedures, SOPs,
and Quality Improvement Processes. Assigned, monitored and controlled the duties of the Technicians and
Specialists. Assured that the work completed by the Technicians and Specialists was accurate and done in a timely
manner to meet Metrology Department program requirements.
System Administrator Responsibilities
Ensured calibration program compliance by reviewing and tracking calibration results and administered the
associated equipment master files to ensure GMP compliance. Ensured Blue Mountain Calibration Manager
Software is kept in compliance and up to date with current FDA Regulations. Oversaw any service upgrades and
ensured the proper IQ/OQ and PQ test were performed to keep the software in a validated state.
 Defined the source of trouble in instrumentation and process control equipment using assorted test
equipment, schematics, experience, and troubleshooting techniques to isolate the trouble to a level which
allowed practical, efficient, and timely repairs to be made.
 Served as department project lead for calibrating new equipment, fully establishing and integrating
specifications into the calibration program and serving as intermediary between all departments involved.
 Maintained change control process for entire department, ensuring company compliance with regulatory
and quality standards.
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 Demonstrated written communication skills by creating and revising standard operating procedures.
 Represented the Metrology Department in internal and external audits. This included compliance audits
performed by the FDA and EMA
 Ensured all Calibrations are performed based on the active SOP in Idea for Con. Where SOP’s are needed
ensure proper manufacturer procedures are available until the appropriate SOP can be written.
 Created department and interdepartmental training modules and work flows providing structured learning
opportunities for new and tenured employees.
 Completed Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA) projects as assigned to the department, improving
company safety and reducing deviations.
 Routinely performed supervisor duties, exclusive of position responsibilities, including offsite specialized
training, resulting in increased department compliance and ensuring project readiness/completion on or
ahead of schedule.
 Set up proper access and roles for all users within Calibration Manager Administrative Tools. To ensure all
users of the Calibration Program are trained for the desired tasks and all applicable training documents are
kept in compliance.
 Used Crystal Reports software to designed custom reports based on customer or auditors requirements.
 Updated and monitored the calibration schedule to ensure appropriate departments and personnel are
notified of required work. Ensure monthly reports are issued to the department heads of due calibrations.
 Initiated deviations and performed quality investigations to keep Calibration Program in compliance with the
Trackwise program, SOP's, and FDA regulations.
 Selected as a team leader in wind down and closing activities performing end of life calibrations and
equipment decommissioning ensuring successful plant closure.
Lake Balance Co. Inc. - Madison, Ohio Sep. 1994 - Aug. 2002
Technical Representative
Responsibilities
Provided in house and field service on electronic and mechanical Balances and scales. Performed calibration of
balances and scales traceable to N.I.S.T. standards. Troubleshot and repaired instruments to component level.
Installed automated weighting systems. Prepared detailed service reports that complied with GMP/GLP, ISO, A2LA,
and Guide 25 standards. Use of a computer to enter data and create forms.
Laser One - Euclid, Ohio Feb. 1993 - Sep. 1994
Manager
Responsibilities
Managed and serviced a family amusement center. Duties included; Trouble shooting and repair of electronic
amusement devices to component level, use of applicable test equipment and repair tools, hiring of employees,
book keeping, payroll, parts inventory, customer service and equipment Installation. All in a retail environment.
Orkin Pest Control - Highland Heights, Ohio March 1991 - Dec. 1992
Route and Start Manager
Responsibilities
Managed and provided pest control services for residential and commercial accounts. Negotiated contracts, with
prospective clients and prescribed treatment methods tailored to their needs.
EDUCATION
Madison High School - Madison, Ohio 1981-1985 High School
Diploma: Math and Science Major
DeVry Institute of Technology- Columbus, Ohio 1985-1987 College
Diploma: Electronics Technician