Chad Kowieski
About Chad Kowieski
Chad Kowieski is the Senior Director of Facilities Management for Central New Jersey and the West Coast at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.
Title: Senior Director, Facilities Management
Chad Kowieski holds the position of Senior Director, Facilities Management at Bristol Myers Squibb. He oversees facilities in Central New Jersey and the West Coast, leveraging his extensive experience in utility equipment operation, validation, and maintenance. His role involves ensuring that the facilities meet international regulatory standards and that they operate efficiently and effectively.
Company: Bristol Myers Squibb
Chad Kowieski is currently employed with Bristol Myers Squibb, a global biopharmaceutical company, where he is responsible for the comprehensive management of facilities in Central New Jersey and the West Coast. His position calls for substantial expertise in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, ensuring compliance with health audits and maintaining high standards of equipment and utility validation.
Professional Background
Chad Kowieski's professional journey includes significant roles in several prominent biopharmaceutical companies. At Bristol Myers Squibb, he has served as Senior Director for Global Facility Services and Facilities Management. Prior to this, he worked at Celgene, holding multiple senior positions in facilities and site support services from 2014 to 2019. His background also includes roles at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Pfizer, where he accumulated diverse experience in production maintenance and project engineering.
Education and Expertise
Chad Kowieski attended the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, earning dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science and Business Administration in 2001. His education laid a strong foundation for his career in facilities management within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. His expertise encompasses utility equipment operation, validation, and maintenance, as well as conducting Board of Health Audits for various international regulatory bodies.
Experience in Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Sectors
Chad Kowieski has made significant contributions across the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. His experiences at Pfizer, Celgene, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, and Bristol Myers Squibb outline a career dedicated to maintaining high standards of facility operations and compliance. He specializes in managing complex utility and equipment validation processes and is proficient in handling Board of Health Audits for international regulatory bodies like the FDA and EMA.