DANNY III STEPHENS
Bloomington
Summary
Detail-oriented and technically skilled Equipment Lead with over 6 years of experience in regulated GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing environments. Strong background in equipment troubleshooting, setup, maintenance, changeovers, and GMP documentation, with hands-on experience supporting inspection and packaging systems. Room Lead trained, AQ trained, and experienced in performing manual visual inspections while maintaining strict quality and compliance standards. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams in fast-paced production environments. Recognized for reliability, technical problem-solving, employee training, and supporting equipment onboarding and process improvements. Committed to safety, continuous learning, operational excellence, and maintaining the highest standards of product quality and compliance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Lead
Catalent Pharma Solutions & Novo Nordisk
Bloomington, IN
06.2020 - Current
- Operate and maintain automated packaging and inspection systems in a GMP-regulated cleanroom environment.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance, changeovers, challenges, and cleaning procedures.
- Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues to reduce downtime and maintain production targets.
- Conduct pre-operational inspections and submit work orders for repairs and part replacements.
- Support onboarding of new equipment and train team members on proper machine operation and safety procedures.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production schedules and support equipment improvements.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with SOPs and regulatory standards.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Carpet Technician
Stanley Steemer
Bloomington, IN
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Operated cleaning equipment, performed on-site customer service, and conducted light mechanical repairs.
- Transported, maintained, and repaired tools and machinery with adherence to safety protocols.
Assembly Line Worker
Holloway House
Fortville, IN
05.2016 - 06.2016
- Packaged and secured consumer products on a high-speed assembly line.
- Maintained clean workstations and assisted with material handling and palletizing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School North
Bloomington, IN12-2019
Skills
- Equipment Operation, Setup, Changeovers & Maintenance
- Troubleshooting (including soldering and diagnostics)
- GMP Compliance, Cleanroom Protocols & SOP Documentation
- Technical Training, Cross-Training & Team Collaboration
- Preventive/Corrective Maintenance & Continuous Improvement
- Problem-solving
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Time Management & Task Prioritization
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Equipment Lead
Catalent Pharma Solutions & Novo Nordisk
06.2020 - Current
Carpet Technician
Stanley Steemer
01.2020 - 04.2020
Assembly Line Worker
Holloway House
05.2016 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Bloomington High School North