Doug Fulton
SVP Quality Assurance at Advarra- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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French Elementary proficiency
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Spanish Elementary proficiency
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Bio
Credentials
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Risk Management Specialized Credential
ASQ - World HeadquartersDec, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
ASQ Certified Quality Auditor
ASQ - World HeadquartersAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence
ASQ - World HeadquartersOct, 2010- Nov, 2024 -
ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
ASQ - World HeadquartersJun, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Advarra
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United States
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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SVP Quality Assurance
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Aug 2020 - Present
Lead all aspects of Quality Assurance; including governance, plans & policies, and strategy to support a rapidly growing healthcare company. Reduced client audit findings by more than 50%; significantly improved CAPA system; supported integrations of six acquisitions in less than 12 months; co-led ISO 27001 Information Security recertification of Advarra Technology Solutions; and supported 25%+ business growth through client qualification assessments and audits. Lead all aspects of Quality Assurance; including governance, plans & policies, and strategy to support a rapidly growing healthcare company. Reduced client audit findings by more than 50%; significantly improved CAPA system; supported integrations of six acquisitions in less than 12 months; co-led ISO 27001 Information Security recertification of Advarra Technology Solutions; and supported 25%+ business growth through client qualification assessments and audits.
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kdc/one Port Jervis
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United States
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Consumer Goods
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100 - 200 Employee
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VP Quality & Regulatory
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Sep 2017 - Jul 2020
Led Quality Control, Analytical, and Microbiology Laboratories; Regulatory; Product Release; Specifications; Investigations; and training for the 265,000 sq ft manufacturing site employing almost 1,000 employees. Led cGMP compliance for raw materials, bulk compounding, and finished goods. Led validations to support growth of the business by 18%; reduced complaints and non-conformances 30% on a run-rate basis; and improved compliance by resolving a number of audit findings and improving systems & procedures. Show less
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Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Director, Contract (External) Manufacturing Quality and Quality Systems
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2013 - Sep 2017
Directed quality oversight of (70+) external manufacturers, including new product development, consumer relations, and corrective/preventative action programs across a complex product portfolio including medical devices, OTC drug products, dietary supplements, cosmetics, food, and household products. Oversee team and manufacturers in China and the US. Execute on-time launch of all products.
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Senior Manager, Brand Quality and Quality Systems
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2008 - 2013
Played key role in successful launch of ~30 new products and 100+ line extensions annually across all businesses (Fabric Care, Home Care, Oral Care, Women's Health, Sexual Health, Specialty Products, International), ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements. Annually participated in 400+ project team meetings (design reviews, project planning, and risk analyses) and 270+ product release reviews (sales samples, reviews prior to start of saleable production, prior to initial market distribution, sales samples, and consumer studies). Oversaw application of quality tools, including FDA medical device design control and risk management. Led Project Management Office (PMO) June 2008 to January 2009. Show less
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Altium Packaging
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United States
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Project Manager
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2007 - 2008
Led planning and execution of multimillion-dollar commercialization and cost-containment capital projects. Directed cross-functional teams, interacting with customers, sales, manufacturing, engineering, and quality. Delivered all projects on or ahead of time and under cost.
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Regional Sales Director
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2005 - 2007
Directed multimillion-dollar sales across 17 facilities selling plastic containers to companies in dairy and water markets, such as Dean Foods, Turkey Hill Farms, and Wawa Markets. Supervised three sales managers across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and New England territories.
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Regional Operations Director
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2003 - 2005
Managed operations of seven facilities (East Coast, Canada, and Mexico) with 400 employees; directed six Plant Managers along with a Group Plant Manager and Regional Technical Resource. Led matrix activities for Regional Quality Manager and Regional Human Resources Manager.
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Technical Resource Director and Safety Director
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2003 - 2003
Led internal field service team of nine technicians and engineers, ensuring timely completion of new commercial projects. Resolved critical quality issues, drove continuous improvement initiatives, and facilitated training.
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Altium Packaging
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United States
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Manufacturing Excellence Trainer
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2002 - 2002
Created and delivered regional Manufacturing Excellence workshops at 68 manufacturing sites, focusing on problem solving, quality systems, 5S housekeeping, safety, and maintenance management. Created and delivered regional Manufacturing Excellence workshops at 68 manufacturing sites, focusing on problem solving, quality systems, 5S housekeeping, safety, and maintenance management.
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Southern Container, a Novvia Group Company
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager, Graphcorr, LLC
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2001 - 2002
Directed start-up operations of joint venture high-graphics, litho-laminate, microflute packaging facility. Directed Production, Customer Service, and Maintenance Managers. Introduced financial and costing models.
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Sales Manager
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2000 - 2001
Drove multi-industry corrugated-box market penetration across multiple Northeast territories with multimillion-dollar sales. Directed team of seven sales representatives.
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Georgia-Pacific LLC
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United States
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Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Plant Manager
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1998 - 2000
Remedied multiple issues at unionized corrugate packaging plant with underperforming operations, maintenance and safety issues, low morale, absenteeism and leadership inefficiencies.
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Quality and Administrative Manager
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1996 - 1998
Coordinated Quality Program at two manufacturing sites which enabled shipping at twice the distance of similar businesses and at higher margins. Directed Human Resources, Customer Service, and Accounting. Managed sales and P&L forecasting.
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Georgia-Pacific LLC
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United States
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Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Production Superintendent
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1994 - 1995
Reduced quality complaints 50% and waste 25% while improving productivity 10%. Implemented environmental program (air, water, storm-water). Developed cost model for pricing and evaluating business. Reduced quality complaints 50% and waste 25% while improving productivity 10%. Implemented environmental program (air, water, storm-water). Developed cost model for pricing and evaluating business.
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US Navy
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United States
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Armed Forces
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700 & Above Employee
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Military Service
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1986 - 1994
Lieutenant, Nuclear Submarine Officer (Three Navy Achievement Medals and One Navy Commendation Medal) R&D Submarine Project Liaison Officer—Naval Undersea Warfare Center Lieutenant, Nuclear Submarine Officer (Three Navy Achievement Medals and One Navy Commendation Medal) R&D Submarine Project Liaison Officer—Naval Undersea Warfare Center
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Education
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro
MBA -
Lehigh University
BS, Chemical Engineering
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