Eleanor Thornton
About Eleanor Thornton
Eleanor Thornton is a Senior Specialist in Manufacturing Projects at Bristol Myers Squibb with extensive experience in chemical and bio-process engineering.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Eleanor Thornton is currently employed as a Senior Specialist in Manufacturing Projects at Bristol Myers Squibb. Her responsibilities encompass overseeing and improving manufacturing processes, with a focus on ensuring efficiency and compliance with industry standards.
Previous Positions at Bristol Myers Squibb
Before her current role, Eleanor Thornton served in multiple capacities at Bristol Myers Squibb. She was a Graduate Engineer in Process Automation for six months in 2021, a Supply Chain Planner from 2020 to 2021 for eight months, and a Downstream Manufacturing Process Scientist from 2019 to 2020 for eight months. These roles were based in County Dublin, Ireland.
Early Career at AbbVie
Eleanor Thornton's early career includes internships at AbbVie in County Sligo, Ireland. She worked as a Technical Operations Intern in 2018 for seven months and as a Chemical Engineering Intern in 2017 for two months. Her contributions were recognized when she won the AbbVie Biggest Impact award after completing a summer internship and an extended placement.
Educational Background
Eleanor Thornton has a robust academic background. She earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical and Bio-Process Engineering from University College Dublin, where she received first-class honors. Following this, she completed a year at The University of Texas at Austin, recognized as one of the top institutions in the USA for Chemical Engineering. Thornton also holds a Master's degree in Chemical and Bio-Process Engineering from University College Dublin, achieved with first-class honors.
Professional Certifications and Training
In 2021, Eleanor Thornton obtained a Certified Project Management Diploma from the Institute of Project Management Ireland. Her professional development also includes completing the Bristol-Myers Squibb Graduate Program, where she rotated through roles in Downstream Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Process Automation.