Rocky Nelson
About Rocky Nelson
Rocky Nelson is an Operations Manager at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, focusing on employee development and process improvement. He has a background in manufacturing and operations, with previous roles at Pfizer, GSK, and JLL.
Work at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Rocky Nelson has been serving as the Operations Manager at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC since 2021. His role involves overseeing operations in Fort Worth, Texas, where he focuses on enhancing efficiency and productivity within the organization. Nelson's responsibilities include identifying process inefficiencies and developing effective solutions to address them. His leadership is aimed at fostering a productive work environment that supports employee engagement and quality improvements.
Education and Expertise
Rocky Nelson studied General Studies at Saint Louis Community College, where he earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS) degree from 2006 to 2009. He furthered his education at Southern New Hampshire University, obtaining a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration, Management, and Operations from 2017 to 2021. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his management and operational expertise.
Background
Before joining Dechra Pharmaceuticals, Rocky Nelson accumulated extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He worked at Pfizer in various roles, including Formulation Technician and Senior Manufacturing Supervisor, from 2014 to 2019. He also held positions at GSK as a Senior Manufacturing Supervisor and at JLL in multiple supervisory roles, including Operations Manager and Supervisor for Pfizer contracts. His diverse background in operations management spans over a decade.
Achievements
Rocky Nelson has a proven record of increasing employee engagement and implementing quality improvements throughout his career. His proactive approach to identifying and addressing process inefficiencies has contributed to enhanced operational performance in his previous roles. Nelson's focus on developing people to achieve their greatest potential reflects his commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.