Brad Dalton

Experience

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  SAFC

  Jan 2006 - Sept 2007

  Research Scientist

  • Project manager: Waters’ NuGenesis data laboratory data management platform. • Evaluation of multiple data management systems and vendors. • Design and implementation of database for multiple work groups. • Responsible for database administration and training new users/administrators. • Project manager: Beckman Coulter automation platforms. • Designed automation system from conceptual design to current production platform. • Developed assays to support media development, analytical protocols, and viral quantification. • Assisted collaborators and customers with automation platform designs. Show less

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  HENNESSY RESEARCH ASSOCIATES, LLC

  Sept 2007 - Dec 2011

  Quality Control & Project Manager

  • Managed the Quality Department Team and responsible for the testing and release of all animal vaccine products, with 3-6 (small CMO) and responsible for training of the staff, hiring and performance management.• Implemented a new quality data management system for assay requests, documents, and laboratory test results.• Authored and reviewed all Quality Control Special Outlines and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure compliance with USDA APHIS and customer regulations.• Facility management of a virus vaccine contract manufacturing organization (CMO) and spirits distillery including negotiating with vendors and contractors.• Contracted external vendors and managed the implementation of new information systems replacing obsolete network and hardware systems at multiple manufacturing sites. Show less

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  MilliporeSigma

  Dec 2011 - Oct 2023

  •Managed MilliporeSigma’s (Merck KGaA) $500M custom cell culture media portfolio, leading global manufacturing operations across the USA, EU, and APAC.•Executed annual operating planning (AOP), long range planning (LRP), voice of customer (VOC) surveillance and production network planning.•Oversaw projects cell culture media development, raw material selection, regulatory compliance, and training for internal and commercial colleagues. •Proactively provided all global commercial teams with training regarding product offer, quality and regulatory compliance and supply chain robustness. •Leveraged technical and quality expertise to support sales partners and ensure client expectations were met. Show less • Quality commercial leader for strategic global accounts.• Project Manager of complex quality, regulatory and technical customer requests including quality and supply agreements, electronic data collection and risk mitigation strategies. • Reported CAPA, audit findings, and quality investigations metrics to global customers to ensure compliance with internal and global regulatory global standards.• Customer advocate supporting complex quality inquiries and escalations for strategic customers ensuring the voice of the customer is heard within the organization. Show less

  • Product Manager Custom Cell Culture Media & Services

    Aug 2021 - Oct 2023

  • Quality Services Customer Relations Manager / Quality Project Manager

    Dec 2011 - Aug 2021
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  Brillient Corporation

  Jul 2024 - now

  Quality & Training Manager

  • Lead the Quality and Training Department, providing expert guidance on quality control and regulatory compliance to supervisors and production teams, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.• Aggregate, analyze, and present critical data reports to both onsite and corporate leadership, identifying key trends, assessing potential risks, and delivering actionable insights through in-depth reports and strategic presentations.• Design and enhance comprehensive training curricula for new hires, offering hands-on guidance, targeted assignments, and individualized coaching to optimize staff performance and ensure seamless onboarding.• Develop, review, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across all departments, ensuring full regulatory compliance, procedural accuracy, and operational efficiency through rigorous annual assessments. Show less