Mohamed Bala

Operate and monitor pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment to maintain performance and efficiency. Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA requirements, and internal safety protocols. Perform in-process quality checks and support troubleshooting of equipment issues. Coordinate with R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to improve production workflows.

Designed and optimized manufacturing processes for pharmaceutical and personal care products. Developed and managed formulations supporting multiple global certifications and ensured accurate documentation for audits. Authored SOPs and implemented FDA and ISO 9001 quality systems for pilot-scale production. Collaborated with R&D and sales to support product commercialization.

Led biomaterials R&D projects focused on keratin-based composites, biodegradable films, and nanoparticle hydrogels. Developed wound-healing formulations and biodegradable plastics using chicken-feather waste as a feedstock. Conducted materials characterization and product performance testing using standard analytical methods. Supervised junior researchers and coordinated technology transfer with industry partners.

Synthesized and evaluated antimicrobial nanocomposite packaging films using cellulose nanocrystals and silver nanoparticles. Conducted research activities related to biodegradable polymers and environmental materials. Produced and published peer-reviewed results based on experimental findings. Supported the research workflow during the project period.

Supervised refinery operations while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and operational standards. Improved process efficiency by optimizing reaction and separation units to enhance plant performance. Led troubleshooting efforts to address process upsets and reduce downtime. Trained plant operators and used P&ID/engineering drawings for flow analysis and system optimization.