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Carey Lively
Miami, Fl 33186 305 / 282-6041 careylively@gmail.com

Results-oriented Facilities & Maintenance Management Professional with extensive background in all phases of cGMP plant facility Engineering operations and maintenance. Able to develop programs, systems and procedures to meet organizational objectives, utilizing an effective combination of experience, training and creativity. Experienced in Engineering Project Management. Proficient team building skills. Hands on experience (maintenance, repair, validation, design modifications, process improvements, etc.) on a wide variety of production equipment and facility systems. Experienced in implementing CMMS programs. Computer experience includes MS Word, MS Power Point, MS Project, MS Access, MS Excel, MP2, JDE, AutoCAD, Metasys, Visual Basic, energy management software. Experience in PLC design and troubleshooting. Equipment Expertise
Facility Equipment (Electrical distribution, Emergency Generators, HVAC systems: chillers, cooling towers, BMS, air handlers, elevators) Pharmaceutical Packaging Lines (bottle fill, liquid fill, blister packaging, and sterile vial filler, cartoners, pouching equip, etc) Pharmaceutical Production Equipment (sterile blending, powder blending,, gel blending, vacuum transfer systems, material lifts, milling equipment, tablet presses, gel encapsulation equipment, capsule fillers, fluid bed systems, tablet coating systems, transdermal coaters, etc.) Water Filtration Systems (WFI, Pharmaceutical, ion bed, centrifugal separators, RO)

Professional Experience

Merck Pharmaceuticals, Miami Lakes, Fl.

2009-2011

(Global pharmaceutical company specializing in the development, production and marketing of proprietary branded pharmaceuticals).

Engineering & Maintenance Manager (Pharmaceutical Production & Packaging Facility) Effectively managed all facets of Pharmaceutical plant engineering department which included ensuring efficient, cost effective operation of facilities, utilities and production equipment while complying with all applicable local, state and federal regulations. Scope of responsibility included management of a staff of twenty five personnel (engineers, technical staff and support personnel). Managed day-to-day facility operations, including Maintenance, Calibration, janitorial functions, landscaping, contractor work, etc. Successfully executed 2.8 million dollars in capital projects including installation of chillers, cooling towers and other energy savings initiatives. Executed Lean projects for production and packaging lines resulting in significant increases production efficiencies. Restructured department from three separate groups into a consolidated Engineering department. Developed and managed Capital and Engineering Operating budgets.

CBRE, Miami Fl.

(International company specializing in contract facility maintenance)

2009 (MarchSept.)

Assistant Chief Engineer Responsible for hands on maintenance of Bank of America Distribution and Control Centers including chillers, air handlers, electrical distribution centers, emergency power systems, fire alarm systems, as well as energy management and ancillary support systems.

Surface Technology, Miami, Fl.

(Start-up company specializing in technical flooring systems: epoxy, concrete overlays, stamped concrete, etc.)

2007-2008

Vice-President / Co-owner
Secured new business ($450,000 in first year of operations). Trained staff on installation of specialized flooring systems). Managed all installation projects. Completed installations in major pharmaceutical, hospital and commercial facilities.

IVAX / TEVA Pharmaceutical, Miramar, Fl.

(Global pharmaceutical company specializing in the development, production and marketing of generic and proprietary branded pharmaceuticals).

Engineering Manager (Sterile Production, Research and Distribution Facility)

2005-2007

Responsible for all aspects of Sterile Pharmaceutical plant engineering related to facility, utilities and production equipment, ensuring adherence to cGMP standards. Managed day-to-day facility operations, including Maintenance, Calibration, Security, janitorial functions, contractor work, etc. Provided engineering support for validation and operations for the Sterile Manufacturing Facility. Developed and managed Capital and Operating budgets including the site utilities budget. Restructured Calibration department to improve compliance and support of production.

Senior Plant Engineer (Solid Dosage Facility)

2003-2005

Responsible for all aspects of Solid Dosage Pharmaceutical plant engineering related to facility, utilities and production equipment, ensuring adherence to cGMP standards. Completed (from Design Basis development through validation and start-up) $2.6 million in production related capital projects. Successfully managed project to author and execute Installation and Operational Qualifications for all site production and facility equipment by implementing a standardized validation system. Executed engineering design work related to production equipment modifications and equipment installations, improving productivity and safety. Restructured Engineering/Maintenance group to provide efficient team based support for site production and project activities. Significantly reduced production delays due to equipment downtime by utilizing predictive maintenance techniques and implementing a structured system for responding to equipment related production interruptions.

IVAX / TEVA Pharmaceutical, Miramar, Fl. (Continued) Plant Engineer (Soft-gel Production Facility)

2002-2003

Provided hands on management of all engineering/ maintenance functions related to production of soft-gel pharmaceuticals. Developed and managed production equipment validation (vacuum systems, purified water systems, encapsulation machines, dryers, capsule washer, compounding tanks, drying systems, etc.) Resolved maintenance and design issues related to soft-gel production equipment by implementing a Process Improvement program.

Mount Sinai Medical Center, Miami Beach, Fl

(Largest private, independent, not for profit teaching hospital in South Florida)

Manager of Engineering Operations

1998-2002

Directed day to day Engineering operations for two major hospital facilities, totaling 3.2 million square feet. Operations included preventative and corrective maintenance, uninterrupted provision of plant services, budget management, and engineering support for hospital staff utilizing a computerized work order system and management of capital projects. Chairman of the Life Safety, Utilities and Hazmat/Haz. Waste Committees, co-chairman of the Safety Committee. Successfully led Engineering department through JCAHO accreditation after overhauling of Engineering compliance monitoring systems. Effected re-organization of Engineering department after twenty percent staff reductions, successfully meeting organizational requirements while maintaining staff morale utilizing a team centered approach to the restructuring.

Waste Heat Recovery Plant Supervisor

1992-1998

Hands on management of all operating and maintenance functions, including major overhauls and retrofits for the Incinerator/Waste Heat Recovery Plant. Successfully operated the plant for a ten year period without a violation citation by ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, utilizing a proactive approach to maintenance, testing, operator certifications and incinerator operations.

Florida International University, Miami, Fl. Preventative Maintenance Mechanic

1988-1992

Operated, maintained and repaired emergency power generation systems, fluid systems, vacuum systems, compressed air systems, fire suppression systems, fire alarm system and elevators.

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic

1985-1988

Maintained and operated HVAC systems (repaired: controls, electric motors, compressors, pumps, etc.)

Education
Florida International University, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, 1995

Certifications
Six Sigma, Green Belt Certification, in Progress International Pharmaceutical Academy, Pharmaceutical Tablet and Capsule Technology, 2005 ATEC Associates, Hazwopper Certification (EPA and OSHA regulations), 1997 Cerubus Pyrotronics, Pyrotronics fire alarm panel factory training, 1991 United States Navy, Chief Machinery Operator, USS Eisenhower 1981; High Pressure Air Compressor School, 1980 Steam Plant Maintenance School, 1981 Nuclear Power Prototype School, 1979 Nuclear Power School, 1978; Machinist A School, 1977;