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Zach Isaacson

@zachisaacson

Strategic life sciences leader with 15+ years of experience.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a leadership role in a dynamic environment that values innovation and compliance.

I am a strategic life sciences leader with over 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality assurance, and technical operations. My career has been marked by a commitment to operational excellence in FDA-regulated environments, where I have successfully launched compliant facilities and led cross-functional teams through complex site builds. My technical acumen, combined with a strong business strategy, allows me to deliver scalable, audit-ready systems that drive measurable impact.

In my most recent role as Director of Manufacturing & Supply Chain at Selkirk Pharma, I directed the successful launch of our inaugural APS campaign, laying the groundwork for scalable operations. I led my team through operational readiness initiatives, including SOP development and facility validation, while maintaining regulatory audit readiness and overseeing budget management. My previous experience includes significant roles in quality assurance and technical services, where I implemented compliant manufacturing processes and ensured GMP and GDP compliance across operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SP

Director, Manufacturing & Supply Chain

Selkirk Pharma

Aug 2023 - Jun 2025 (1 year 10 months)

Directed the successful launch of an inaugural APS campaign, establishing a foundation for scalable operations. Led the team through operational readiness initiatives, including SOP development and facility validation.

SP

Manager, Operations & Technical Services

Selkirk Pharma

Sep 2020 - Aug 2023 (2 years 11 months)

Supported greenfield construction review and manufacturing build-out, implementing EBR systems and designing compliant manufacturing processes. Drafted procedures, URS documents, and conceptual renderings for process innovation.

JS

Supervisor, Quality Assurance

Jubilant Hollister Stier

Feb 2018 - Sep 2020 (2 years 7 months)

Led the Quality Assurance team across commercial and allergy manufacturing lines, serving as a Subject Matter Expert during FDA and client audits. Managed facility internal audits and produced risk reports for quality leadership.

JS

Quality Assurance Oversight

Jubilant Hollister Stier

Oct 2015 - Feb 2018 (2 years 4 months)

Ensured GMP and GDP compliance across aseptic fill/finish operations, investigating deviations and guiding corrective actions to maintain quality standards. Promoted collaboration and trust between manufacturing and QA departments.

BI

Mechanical Laborer

BNSF Railway Inc.

Jul 2014 - Jan 2015 (6 months)

Performed duties as a Mechanical Laborer, gaining experience in industrial settings. Developed practical skills in equipment maintenance and operational support.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

WU

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science, Business Administration - Management

Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Management. This program is enhancing my strategic leadership and operational management skills.

SC

Spokane Community College

General Studies, General Studies

Completed coursework in General Studies, providing a foundational academic background. This period of study contributed to a broad understanding of various subjects.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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