Patrick Banister
About Patrick Banister
Patrick Banister serves as the Sr. Director of Ops Engineering at Nektar Therapeutics, where he has worked since 2017. He has extensive experience in engineering and facilities maintenance, having held various roles at Nektar Therapeutics since 2003 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Alabama in Huntsville.
Current Role at Nektar Therapeutics
Patrick Banister serves as the Senior Director of Operations Engineering at Nektar Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2017. In this role, he manages all aspects of facilities maintenance and infrastructure, including grounds management. He is responsible for overseeing the execution of capital projects, from scope definition to commissioning and qualification. His work ensures that the organization adheres to regulatory standards and maintains operational efficiency.
Previous Positions at Nektar Therapeutics
Patrick Banister has held multiple roles at Nektar Therapeutics. He worked as the Director of Engineering & Reliability from 2010 to 2016 and as the Associate Director of Engineering & Reliability from 2007 to 2010. Earlier in his career at Nektar, he served as the Maintenance Manager from 2003 to 2006. His progressive responsibilities reflect his expertise in engineering and reliability within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Patrick Banister earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Alabama in Huntsville, where he studied from 1990 to 1995. His educational background in chemistry provides a strong foundation for his work in engineering and operations within the biopharmaceutical industry. His expertise includes developing systems to ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
Engineering and Compliance Management
In his current and previous roles, Patrick Banister has focused on developing and implementing systems to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. He oversees the establishment of standard specifications for engineering projects, ensuring that all initiatives meet the necessary guidelines. His management of preventive and predictive maintenance programs contributes to the reliability and efficiency of manufacturing operations.