I Talk With People

I like to be held accountable. You should too. 

That means we’re going to chat. Regularly.

About targets, and how we get there, and what needs to change, and how we get better. And if the day ever comes when everything is in sync, the question becomes "can we duplicate this?" 

I get things done, the important things, and along the way I help make our Team (Caps) inclusive and strong and ready for the next challenge – to meet it and beat it.

If history predicts the future, look at my accomplishments. 

In most cases my numbers are above average. In others, my accomplishments are outstanding and top tier. But what they all have in common is…

I had zero experience when I began each tenure and still produced, sometimes exceptionally well. 

I am able to quickly grasp new concepts and technology, then I transfer that enthusiasm and knowledge to other people in a way that makes them act.

Other words used to describe me include, smart, funny, well rounded, professional, and more.

Once in a while humble and modest, but this isn’t that time; I mean c'mon, it’s LinkedIn.

Most business is about relationships and I attribute all my success, like below, on a simple formula… 

Act in ways that build trust, be genuine and be genuinely interested in people and do good things. If you do that, business will follow.

That's what happens to me, every time.

I wish I had some wild and crazy sales strategy, but I don’t, “be interested instead of interesting” opens a lot of doors.

I have led training seminars and done presentations 1 on 1 and to large groups, connecting the dots on technical and product details in a way that people ‘get it’ and act. 

As a hunter I am relentless; as a farmer I am attentive and thorough.

In summary I find, develop, maintain and grow the business. 

I create enduring revenue streams.

Derrick Swain

that mfg operations guy building the underdog's playbook | i help manufacturers establish sustained flow through its people, process, and technology... in that order!

SENIOR MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS MANAGER

I am a strategic manufacturing professional w/ 10+ years experience across a broad range of manufacturing disciplines and highly regulated industry segments. I've had a proven track record combining vision and industry knowledge w/ well-developed project management and leadership abilities to support and develop process improvements, scale-up of products, team dynamics, and performance management.

I believe that leadership happens at all levels of an organization, especially the shop floor! I am passionate about empowering manufacturing professionals to engage in and champion process improvement initiatives from the bottom-up and the middle-out, while maintaining a clear line of communication w/ upper management to ensure alignment w/ organizational goals and priorities from the top-down. 

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Organizational Leadership | Operations Management | Performance Metrics | Work Order Management | Inventory Management | Production Planning | Continuous Improvement | Process Standardization | ISO 13485:2016

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COMMUNITY TOP VOICE
💡 Leadership | Oct 2023 - Feb 2024
💡 Manufacturing Operations | Jan 2024 - Jul 2024

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FIRST PRINCIPLES
✔ Connecting w/ thought leaders aligned in mission, vision, and purpose to amplify impact and reach.
✔ Never compromising on core values when advancing change.
✔ Respect for People.

CORE VALUES
✔ Sustainable Growth — lean, functional, and effective
✔ Trials to Triumph — get things done
✔ Do the Right Thing — should be easy
✔ Extreme Ownership — trust but verify

TECHNICAL SKILLS
✔ Qualified aseptic cleanroom operator (Class 100 / ISO 5 / Grade A facility clearance).
✔ 10+ years in clinical research, biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device manufacturing.
✔ Proficient w/ Microsoft Office 365 productivity tools (i.e., Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).

HUMAN SKILLS
✔ Quickly adapts to the unique requirements of each working environment.
✔ 15+ years leading by example while taking on multifaceted responsibilities.
✔ Effective written and verbal communication skills in articulating key information.
✔ Disciplined in prioritizing and executing on multiple tasks under time constraints.

INTERESTS
✔ I am genuinely interested in learning something new every day. 
✔ I am continuously invested in the mindset that everyone has something to teach you. 
✔ I am happiest when I am physically active — e.g., rock climbing, sword fighting, and snowboarding.

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