John Derek Thompson

John Derek Thompson, CPP, is a seasoned leader and motivator with over 30 years of experience in management, quality assurance, operations, and design transfer within the medical device industry. They have a strong background in QA, regulatory affairs, and compliance, along with notable expertise in sterile packaging and cleanroom operations. Currently, Thompson serves as the Lead Process Engineer for Cleanroom Operations and Contamination Control at Jabil Healthcare, where they manage the design and compliance of cleanroom processes. They have previously held key positions at companies such as Johnson & Johnson and Synthes USA, contributing to numerous high-impact projects. Thompson is also a published author and an active speaker in the field, demonstrating a commitment to excellence in medical device packaging and operations.