Wayne Palmer
About Wayne Palmer
Wayne Palmer is a Senior Project Engineer at Cytiva, with extensive experience in engineering and maintenance roles across various companies, including AstraZeneca and Hollingsworth & Vose. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell and has expertise in CGMP environments, focusing on bioreactor systems and continuous improvement.
Current Role at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Wayne Palmer serves as a Senior Project Engineer at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he supports the design and delivery of custom bioreactor systems. His responsibilities include overseeing project execution and ensuring that engineering solutions meet client specifications. He operates from Boxborough, Massachusetts, contributing to the company's reputation for engineering excellence.
Previous Experience at AstraZeneca
Wayne Palmer has extensive experience with AstraZeneca, where he held multiple roles. He worked as a Technical Supervisor from 2001 to 2005 and later as a Maintenance Facilitator/Manager from 2005 to 2011. His tenure included a six-month position as a Decommissioning Maintenance/Manufacturing Leader in 2011. His roles involved managing maintenance operations and ensuring compliance with industry standards in Westborough, Massachusetts.
Experience at Hollingsworth & Vose
Palmer worked at Hollingsworth & Vose as a Maintenance and Reliability Manager from 2012 to 2013. His responsibilities included overseeing maintenance strategies and reliability initiatives. This role contributed to his expertise in managing maintenance operations in a manufacturing environment located in West Groton, Massachusetts.
Education and Certifications
Wayne Palmer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He further enhanced his qualifications by obtaining a BIO Medical/Pharm Certification from Quality and Productivity Solutions, INC., where he achieved a LEAN SIX SIGMA GREEN BELT. His educational background supports his technical expertise in engineering and process improvement.
Expertise in CGMP and Non-CGMP Environments
Palmer possesses expertise in both CGMP and non-CGMP environments, particularly in processes related to parenteral, aseptic, topical, and medical devices. His experience includes directing and developing maintenance employees in a 24/7 operational setting. He focuses on personal and team development, effective decision-making, and continuous improvement, contributing to enhanced Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and reduced downtime in his projects.