Matthew Barrett
About Matthew Barrett
Matthew Barrett serves as the Director of Manufacturing Operations at Apeel, where he has worked since 2021, following a progression of roles within the company. He has a strong background in engineering and operations management, with previous experience at Baxter International Inc. and Shire.
Work at Apeel
Matthew Barrett has held multiple roles at Apeel since joining the company. He started as Associate Director of Manufacturing Operations in 2020, progressing to Director of Manufacturing Operations in 2021. In these positions, he has focused on overseeing manufacturing operations and ensuring efficient production processes. Prior to these roles, he served as Senior Manager of Operations and Facilities from 2017 to 2020, where he managed operations in the Santa Barbara, California area.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Apeel, Matthew Barrett worked at Baxter International Inc. in various engineering roles. He served as Engineer II from 2009 to 2011, then transitioned to Principal Engineer from 2014 to 2015. Additionally, he worked as Sr. Engineer from 2011 to 2014 and later as Manager Process Engineering at Baxalta from 2015 to 2017. His experience includes managing capital projects and improving utility systems and clean room facilities.
Education and Expertise
Matthew Barrett earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering from the University of Southern California, completing his studies from 2004 to 2008. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in manufacturing operations and engineering, particularly in the biopharmaceutical sector.
Achievements in Manufacturing Operations
In his roles, Matthew Barrett has successfully supported CHO cell-based manufacturing operations, which include various processes such as cell culture, purification, formulation, filling, and lyophilization. He has extensive experience in managing capital projects from design and construction through to commissioning and validation, contributing to operational efficiency and facility improvements.
Background in Plant Engineering
Matthew Barrett also has experience in plant engineering, having worked as Head of Plant Engineering for Final Drug Product at Shire from 2016 to 2020. This role involved overseeing engineering operations related to drug product manufacturing, further enhancing his expertise in the biopharmaceutical industry.