Andrew Simpson
About Andrew Simpson
Andrew Simpson is the Manager of Downstream Operations at Bristol Myers Squibb in the United States, with 14 years of experience in the biotechnology industry.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Andrew Simpson is currently serving as Manager Downstream Operations at Bristol Myers Squibb. He is based in the United States. In this role, he oversees various operations involved in the downstream processing of biotechnological products. His responsibilities likely include ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and optimizing processes for greater efficiency.
Previous Experience at Amgen
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Andrew worked as a Manufacturing Manager at Amgen. His tenure at Amgen lasted 8 months, from 2020 to 2021, and he was based in Woburn, Massachusetts. In this role, he would have been responsible for overseeing manufacturing processes, ensuring quality standards, and complying with regulatory requirements.
Senior Roles at Takeda and Shire HGT
Andrew has held significant roles in downstream operations within Takeda and Shire HGT. Between 2019 and 2020, he was a Downstream Operations Senior Supervisor at Takeda in Lexington, MA. Prior to this, he was Downstream Supervisor at Shire HGT from 2016 to 2019, also in Lexington, MA. These roles involved managing downstream processing operations, ensuring compliance with GMP regulations, and optimizing manufacturing workflows.
Early Career and Technical Expertise
Andrew began his career at Shire Pharmaceuticals as a Lead Manufacturing Technician from 2013 to 2016, following his role as a Senior Manufacturing Technician at Shire HGT from 2011 to 2013. His earliest documented role was at Pfizer as a Senior Manufacturing Tech from 2009 to 2011 in Andover, Massachusetts. Andrew has developed expertise in Depth Filtration and Column Packing, essential skills in the biotechnology industry.
Educational Background
Andrew Simpson graduated from Hesser College with an Associate's degree in Business Administration and Management. He also attended Plymouth State College. His educational background has provided him with foundational knowledge in business and management principles, complementing his extensive practical experience in biotechnology.