Chris L.

Chris L. has extensive work experience in manufacturing engineering. Chris started their career at Nanosphere, where they served as a Manufacturing Engineer and later as an Array Development Engineer. During their time there, they managed continuous improvement projects, developed manufacturing processes, and implemented standard operating procedures. Chris also played a key role in identifying and purchasing next-generation microarray printing systems, resulting in a significant increase in array throughput.

After Nanosphere, Chris joined Luminex Corporation as a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer. In this role, they led engineering process improvements, mentored junior engineers, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop manufacturing processes. Chris also designed and implemented a Hot Water Substrate Washing System, improving the speed and capacity of the wash process.

Following their tenure at Luminex, Chris worked at Endotronix as a Manufacturing Engineering Manager. Chris successfully led a team of engineers in developing and improving manufacturing processes, resulting in a significant increase in monthly output and a decrease in scrap. Chris also coordinated with outside vendors and automation firms to implement capital improvement projects.

Currently, Chris holds the position of Associate Director of Manufacturing Engineering at Talis Biomedical Corporation. In this role, they are responsible for leading a cross-functional team in developing manufacturing processes at an off-site contract manufacturer. Chris manages two company manufacturing sites and oversees the production of critical sub-components and assembled cartridges. Chris also manages a team of engineers and contractors in developing and executing process validation documents.

Overall, Chris L. has a proven track record of successfully managing manufacturing engineering projects, driving process improvements, and leading cross-functional teams.

Chris L. earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular Biology from Loyola University Chicago, completing their studies from 2002 to 2006.