Thomas Hermann
About Thomas Hermann
Thomas Hermann serves as the Senior Director of Manufacturing and Supply Chain at Cardea Bio, Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has over twenty-five years of experience in the technology industry, specializing in quality systems, regulatory affairs, and process management.
Work at Cardea Bio
Thomas Hermann serves as the Senior Director of Manufacturing and Supply Chain at Cardea Bio, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he oversees manufacturing operations and supply chain management, contributing to the company's objectives in the biotechnology sector. His position is based in San Diego, California, where he has applied his extensive experience in technology and manufacturing to enhance operational efficiency and product quality.
Education and Expertise
Thomas Hermann has a diverse educational background with a focus on engineering and quality management. He studied at UC San Diego, achieving a specialization in Regulatory Affairs for Medical Devices in 2018. He also holds a Certificate in Total Quality Management from San Diego State University, completed in 1995. His studies at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona included Engineering Management, and he earned an Associate of Science in Engineering Graphics and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Automated Manufacturing from ITT Technical Institutes.
Background
With over twenty-five years of experience in the technology industry, Thomas Hermann has held various roles that emphasize design, manufacturing, and operations. Prior to joining Cardea Bio, he worked as the Director of Manufacturing at SeeScan from 2019 to 2021. His early career included positions at Integrated Microwave Corporation, where he served as an Engineer and Manager from 1991 to 1993. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing manufacturing processes and quality systems.
Achievements
Thomas Hermann possesses strong expertise in quality systems and standards, including ANSI, DoD, JEDEC, IPC, CMMI, and MIL-STD. He is skilled in various process and data analysis methodologies such as DMAIC, DFSS, SPC, FMEA, lean manufacturing, and Design of Experiments (DoE). His experience includes implementing product and process requirements for ISO 9000, ISO 14000, ISO 13485, and ISO 16949 standards, showcasing his commitment to maintaining high-quality manufacturing practices.
Professional Skills
Thomas Hermann is proficient in customs, regulatory, and logistics risk analysis and mitigation. His skill set includes project management, loss prevention, P&L management, and mergers and acquisitions. He has a strong background in customer and supplier management, focusing on Quality Management Systems (QMS), compliance auditing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). This diverse skill set supports his role in enhancing operational effectiveness and compliance within the organizations he has worked for.