Andrés Vélez Bristol-Myers Squibb, Manati PR

Andrés Vélez earned a bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering Technology from the University of Puerto Rico and has 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Currently works as Senior Inspection Technology Specialist for Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMS), Manatí PR, where he is primarily responsible for vision systems tuning, characterization and validation of automated visual inspection (AVI) machines. His technical expertise on vision systems has been crucial for the implementation and continuous improvements of automated visual inspection for different vial (3cc up to 50cc) and syringe (0.4mL to 1mL) product presentations. He has significantly contributed to the reduction of false rejects/ejects from syringe and vial automated visual inspection machines as part of BMS continuous monitoring and improvement program. Under his leadership, the BMS Manatí team received a Gold Award in the Quest 2018 Operational Excellence competition at Ponce, PR.