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Niederglatt, Zurich, Switzerland

● Orchestrated quality department operations, overseeing internal & external audits, and ensuring compliance with ISO and BRC specifications.● Oversaw the comprehensive handling of quality deviations, implementing improvements through the Continuous Improvement Process (CIP), and coordinating responses to audit findings.● Conducted routine root cause analyses to investigate quality deviations, implementing corrective and preventive measures accordingly.● Delivered services to third-party entities, processing complaints in line with process specifications whilst achieving a reduction in both the severity and volume of customer issues.● Oversaw cost control, budgeting, and investment planning, and streamlined quality department operations while promoting collaboration with other departments and supporting European-level coordination.● Spearheaded a comprehensive project overseeing the transfer of all production equipment, data, laboratory equipment, and knowledge from a plant in Switzerland to a facility in the UK, qualifying and validating all processes. ● Assisted R&D in introducing 10+ new products to the market and collaborated with purchasing and R&D to establish process-reliable material specifications for raw materials.● Managed 7 employees on the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) team, driving the development, implementation, and maintenance of robust quality management systems in alignment with industry standards.● Supported purchasing through supplier relationship management, including supplier audits. Proactively assisted sales through customer visits and inquiries.● Led a process engineering team of 6, fostering the professional growth of subordinates to meet organisational objectives efficiently.● Conducted ongoing safety and security assessments of equipment and processes while prioritising environmental protection.

Spiez, Berne, Switzerland

● Planned and executed comprehensive training programs for a diverse group of 200 individuals, coordinating sessions in multiple languages to ensure effective communication and understanding.● Directed cross-functional projects through various stages and departments, ensuring seamless collaboration and successful outcomes.● Mentored and guided 275 subordinates including 5 officers, fostering professional growth and skill development to enhance overall team capabilities.● Pioneered the creation of a new NATO sampling standard and conducted cross-country training for effective implementation.

Schaffhausen, Switzerland

● Developed comprehensive test plans and associated documents, including Quality Plans (QP), Quality Management Plans (QMP), Design Qualification (DQ), Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ), Factory Testing (FT), and electronic Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (eFMEA).● Implemented digital validation and qualification processes using Kneat Software, optimising Quality Assurance Engineering processes within a digital environment.● Performed targeted project-specific audits at supplier locations, ensuring stringent quality standards and fostering continuous improvement in the supply chain.● Collaborated with the Project Manager to facilitate the seamless implementation and execution of project initiatives, maintaining alignment with objectives and milestones.● Captured and executed change controls, ensuring a regulated and efficient adaptation process within project workflows.

Zurich, Switzerland

● Completed Level 1 Security Service training and provided guidance to 10+ new employees to ensure a thorough understanding of safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Basel, Basel-Town, Switzerland

● Led and executed optimisation projects and technical improvements, employing effective change control strategies for seamless integration and a 15% improvement in operational efficiency.● Supervised biotechnological plant production operations, with a focus on downstream processing.● Coordinated facility maintenance operations to ensure optimal functionality.● Facilitated collaboration among diverse partners, including production, operations, engineers, instrumentation and control engineering, workshop, manufacturing, and science & technology, among others.● Administered and executed discrepancy reports, ensuring thorough resolution and adherence to quality standards.

Sisseln, Aargau, Switzerland

● Executed the purification of peptides utilising advanced column chromatography techniques.● Conducted pilot testing of vitamin D3 with UV catalyst, leading strategy development for optimal results and scalability.● Managed the cleaning of plant and plant components, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Spiez, Berne, Switzerland

● Served as Platoon Leader for Sampling Identification of Biological, Chemical, and Radiological Agents (SIBCRA).● Graduated from officer school and successfully completed the leadership training program, showcasing a commitment to leadership excellence.

Basel, Switzerland

● Engaged in practical work in a biotechnology plant, specialising in pharmaceutical technology through a dedicated biotechnology program.● Programmed PLCs and developed tailored configurations for efficient automation.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biochemistry