Chris L. Thompson
About Chris L. Thompson
Chris L. Thompson is a Project Engineer at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group in Cary, North Carolina, with extensive experience in packaging engineering and project management. He also serves as a founding partner and certified coach with The John Maxwell Team and The Deeper Path Team in the Raleigh-Durham area.
Work at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Chris L. Thompson has been employed as a Project Engineer at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group since 2018. He operates from the Cary, North Carolina location and has accumulated six years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include managing GTIN stocking solutions, recipe configuration, troubleshooting, and system updates and upgrades. His work contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the projects he oversees.
Experience at GlaxoSmithKline
Prior to his current role, Chris worked at GlaxoSmithKline as a Mechanic III for a duration of seven months in 1997 to 1998. This position provided him with foundational experience in the pharmaceutical industry, contributing to his skill set in mechanical operations.
Background in Packaging Engineering
Chris L. Thompson has extensive experience in packaging engineering, having worked at Eisai Pharmaceuticals as a Senior Packaging Equipment Engineer for 18 years, from 1998 to 2016. He also served as a Packaging Equipment Engineer at Catalent Pharma Solutions for two years, from 2016 to 2018. His roles have involved identifying and resolving equipment issues, thereby enhancing operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Chris studied at Durham Technical Community College, where he earned a diploma in Industrial Electricity, Motors, and Controls from 1992 to 1994. He also completed a Certified Packaging Professional program at the Institute of Packaging Professionals, focusing on Fundamentals of Packaging Technology from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, he obtained a certificate in Project Management: Tools, Principles, & Practices from North Carolina State University in 2003.
Coaching and Leadership Roles
Since 2011, Chris has been a Founding Partner, Certified Coach, Teacher, and Speaker with The John Maxwell Team and The Deeper Path Team in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area. His involvement in these organizations emphasizes his commitment to leadership development and personal growth.