Bruno Wahnon
Manager Pharmaceutical Sciences
Amadora
Summary
Dynamic production specialist with a strong background in overseeing manufacturing processes and driving operational efficiency. Expertise in leading teams, optimizing workflows, and enhancing productivity in fast-paced environments. Recognized for strategic problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and cultivating collaborative work cultures. Proficient in lean manufacturing, quality control, and resource management, consistently managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude and commitment to team objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Production Manager - Operations Support
Hovione
01.2025 - Current
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Monitored team budgets to keep projects on task and avoid waste.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
- Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products according to customer requirements.
- Introduced automation and technological advancements to the production floor, leading to increased efficiency and reduced labor costs.
- Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
- Collaborated with R&D to integrate new technologies into production processes, enhancing product features.
- Established preventive maintenance schedule for production equipment, minimizing unplanned downtime.
- Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
- Coordinate internal activities to comply with GMP standards
- Prepare facility for Inspections (FDA,Infarmed) and Audits.
Production Manager
Hovione
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Responsible for the Inhalation area;
- Management of daily activities in the area
- Elaboration and implementation of the factory plan
- Control of processes and fulfillment of the objectives of the area;
- Develop and implement process improvement activities.
- Identification of GAPS and process improvement.
- Compliance with Area KPIs.
- Team management and applicability of projects in the area.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
- Assure GMP standards in all Production activities.
- Prepare Area for Inspections (FDA,Infarmed) and Audits.
Production Area Manager
Viforpharma
02.2018 - 10.2022
- Ensure the correct completion of production documentation for the customer;
- Develop and ensure compliance with the production plan according to the needs of the client;
- Define and ensure the correct performance of production activities for all members from the production team
- Develop a daily and weekly team plan;
- Leading and motivating the team by enforcing the company's values (Respect, entrepreneurship and teamwork);
- Define production objectives, identify Gaps and propose improvements to eliminate them;
- Comply with the roadmap defined for the Operational Excellence;
- Ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices;
- Ensure compliance with the training deadlines defined annually for all Team members in accordance with the Quality management system;
- Check the integrity of equipment and installations so that anomalies and defects are corrected.
- Check production documentation (Batch Dossiers), update documentation and implementation of changes in manufacturing processes;
- Detect process improvements in order to increase team performance.
- Serialization - Laetus System - Implementation
Production Supervisor
Atlantic Pharma - Grupo Tecnimede
07.2017 - 02.2018
- Production planning;
- Supervision of manufacturing processes (oral solids);
- Control in the manufacturing process;
- Optimization of technical procedures;
- Document review (SOP's, MOP's, document support)
- Launching new products;
- Team management and implementation of GMP's;
- Assistance in the transfer of Products
- Training of new employees.
Production Manager
Westpharma SA Grupo Tecnimede
01.2015 - 07.2017
- Production planning;
- Supervision of manufacturing processes (oral solids);
- Control in the manufacturing process;
- Optimization of technical procedures;
- Document review (SOP's, MOP's, document support)
- Launching new products;
- Team management and implementation of GMP's;
- Transfer of Products.
- Production stock management of consumables (purchasing, order processing);
- Training of new employees.
- Reduced waste and material costs by optimizing resource allocation and inventory management.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
Production Supervisor
Atlantic Pharma - Grupo Tecnimede
03.2014 - 12.2014
- Production Supervisor (solid, semi-solid and oral liquids)
- Team management
- Preparation of production plans
- Review and preparation of documentation (SOPs, Manufacturing Instructions)
- Control of manufacturing processes, Compliance with GMPs, process optimization, Scaleup implementation of new products. Optimization of manufacturing processes.
Deputy Pharmacist
Farmácia Planalto
06.2012 - 03.2014
- Assistant Pharmacist with pharmaceutical care functions, Stock management;
- Prescription processing
- Dermocosmetic advice
- Vaccine administration
- Team trainer.
Pharmacist Manager
Farmacity
11.2011 - 06.2012
- Technical Responsible for the MNSRM point of sale and dispensation.
- Responsible for purchasing, customer service, stock management.
- Pharmaceutical Advice.
- Determination of biological parameters.
Production Supervisor
Laboratórios Vitória SA
02.2011 - 05.2011
- Implementation and review of production documentation;
- Production area supervisor: Solids, semi-solids, liquids and injectables.
- GMP compliance.
- Team management and preparation of production plans.
Professional internship Pharmaceutical
Laboratórios Vitória SA
01.2010 - 02.2011
- Professional Internship in the Pharmaceutical Industry in the areas of Production and Quality Control.
- Documentation summary, production planning, team management, review of documentation, documentation preparation;
- Capacity study development of production in the scope of the Professional internship.
- Functions of Production Supervisor and Quality Control.
Curricular Internship Integrated Master in Sciences pharmaceuticals
SAMS - Hospital
11.2009 - 12.2009
- Internship in hospital pharmacy.
- Monitoring of stock management processes medications, follow-up of prescriptions and dispensing of medications.
Curricular Internship Integrated Master's Pharmaceutical Sciences
Farmácia Damaia
04.2009 - 09.2009
- Curricular Internship of the Integrated Master's Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences performing all functions of Pharmacist. (Pharmaceutical service
- Determination of biological parameters, stock management).
Pharmacist
Farmácia Damaia
10.2008 - 05.2009
- Pharmaceutical Service;
- Determination of biological parameters; Stock management.
Education
Vifor - Team Development Program -
Vifor Pharma Academy Center for creative Leadership
Lisboa/Lisboa10.2019
Project Management Fundamentals - undefined
Project management Institute - Altran Education Services
Lisboa/Lisboa06.2019
Vifor Pharma - Management Foundation Training - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Vifor Pharma Academy
Lisboa/Lisboa11.2018
Yellow Belt Lean Six Sigma -
Cubik Partners
Geneve/Geneve09.2018
Leadership Program - Total Leadership - undefined
Outgenius
Lisboa/Lisboa08.2018
Non-Verbal Communication - Body Language - undefined
CAF
Lisboa/Lisboa07.2015
Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Marketing - undefined
CAF
Lisboa/Lisboa06.2015
Coaching, Leadership and High Performance - undefined
CertForma Lisboa
Lisboa/Lisboa01.2015
Advanced Management Program for Pharmacists - undefined
Universidade Católica
Lisboa/Lisboa07.2012
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Universidade De Lisboa
Lisboa/Lisboa 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Business Education
Invictus Sciences
Lisboa 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Postgraduate Program in Project Management
Nova SBE Executive Education
Lisboa 04.2001 -
Skills
Production planning
References
References available on request.
Cook,Travel,Family
I love traveling and learning about new cultures, as well as gaining different perspectives on how people live and see the world. I enjoy cooking because it helps me relax; being in the kitchen is a great way to relieve stress and clear my mind. I am a family-oriented person who loves spending quality time with my family, going out together, and playing games.
Timeline
Production Manager - Operations Support
Hovione
01.2025 - Current
Production Manager
Hovione
09.2022 - 12.2024
Production Area Manager
Viforpharma
02.2018 - 10.2022
Production Supervisor
Atlantic Pharma - Grupo Tecnimede
07.2017 - 02.2018
Production Manager
Westpharma SA Grupo Tecnimede
01.2015 - 07.2017
Production Supervisor
Atlantic Pharma - Grupo Tecnimede
03.2014 - 12.2014
Deputy Pharmacist
Farmácia Planalto
06.2012 - 03.2014
Pharmacist Manager
Farmacity
11.2011 - 06.2012
Production Supervisor
Laboratórios Vitória SA
02.2011 - 05.2011
Professional internship Pharmaceutical
Laboratórios Vitória SA
01.2010 - 02.2011
Curricular Internship Integrated Master in Sciences pharmaceuticals
SAMS - Hospital
11.2009 - 12.2009
Curricular Internship Integrated Master's Pharmaceutical Sciences
Farmácia Damaia
04.2009 - 09.2009
Pharmacist
Farmácia Damaia
10.2008 - 05.2009
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Universidade De Lisboa
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Business Education
Invictus Sciences
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Postgraduate Program in Project Management
Nova SBE Executive Education
04.2001 -
Project Management Fundamentals - undefined
Project management Institute - Altran Education Services
Leadership Program - Total Leadership - undefined
Outgenius
Non-Verbal Communication - Body Language - undefined
CAF
Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Marketing - undefined
CAF
Coaching, Leadership and High Performance - undefined
CertForma Lisboa
Advanced Management Program for Pharmacists - undefined
Universidade Católica
Vifor - Team Development Program -
Vifor Pharma Academy Center for creative Leadership
Vifor Pharma - Management Foundation Training - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Vifor Pharma Academy
Yellow Belt Lean Six Sigma -
Cubik Partners