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Nilima Musale
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Nilima Musale

Quality Professional
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Job Search Status

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Group LeaderAssistant General ManagerQuality ManagerQuality Assurance ManagerQuality Engineer

Work Type

Full TimeConsulting

Location Preference

HybridOn-Site
Location: Krishnagiri, TNBengaluru, KA
Open to relocation: Yes

Summary

Dynamic Quality Assurance professional with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including a decade in core QA leadership with a strong emphasis on technical training and compliance oversight. Expertise in implementing Quality Management Systems (QMS), ensuring regulatory compliance, and conducting thorough audits and validations, all while maintaining meticulous documentation. Skilled in driving audit readiness, managing Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and fostering a culture of continuous improvement through targeted training initiatives. Proven ability to lead teams in achieving organizational objectives by employing strategic planning, effective communication, and conflict resolution techniques that promote a cohesive and productive work environment.

Overview

5
5
Certifications
17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Group Leader- Quality

Mylan Laboratories Limited
07.2016 - Current
  • Spearheaded internal audits and system-level gap assessments to ensure audit readiness across QA systems.
  • Managed change control, CAPA, and incident investigations, ensuring timely closure and compliance.
  • Conducted Product Quality Reviews and coordinated cross-functional review meetings to track commitments.
  • Strengthened QA culture by integrating training with compliance frameworks, ensuring 100% GxP training completion.
  • Coordination for Site Quality Review Program and CCS activities at site.
  • Coordinated team assignments to meet manufacturing schedules and quality requirements.
  • Reviewed deviation reports and supported corrective action implementation.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.
  • Oversaw cross-functional collaboration between departments, ensuring smooth workflow and timely task completion.
  • Led daily production workflow to maintain cGMP compliance and consistent output.
  • Directed daily team workflows to maintain consistent output and shift readiness.
  • Trained new employees on procedures, safety standards, and quality expectations.
  • Reinforced compliance with safety rules, company policies, and work instructions.

Assistant Manager - QA

Micro Labs Limited
06.2014 - 07.2016
  • Led QA operations, including batch release, SOP review, batch record approval, and compliance monitoring.
  • Manage over more than 40 batch releases per month in a compliant manner.
  • Reviewed and approved validation documents, batch records, and analytical work records in line with regulatory standards.
  • Conducted internal audits, and supported regulatory inspections.
  • Oversaw documentation control and validation activities.
  • Managed IPQA activities at the shop floor.
  • Management of the Site Quality Review Program at the site.
  • Ensured audit readiness at the site.
  • Led daily operational reviews to align team priorities with production and compliance requirements.
  • Coordinated cross-functional activities to resolve workflow gaps and maintain smooth departmental execution.
  • Ensured adherence to GMP, SOP, and regulatory standards across routine operational activities.
  • Implemented process controls to improve accuracy in reporting, documentation, and batch-related records.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Led QA workflows to ensure product compliance with internal standards and customer requirements.
  • Managed inspection processes, verifying documentation, sampling, and release decisions for finished goods.
  • Reviewed audit findings and maintained accurate quality records for traceability and reporting.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address nonconformances and prevent recurrence.

Junior Quality Manager

Syngene International Limited
09.2009 - 06.2014
  • Managed QA compliance activities, including audits, incidents, market complaints, CAPA, and change control.
  • Reviewed and approved validation protocols, reports, and technical documentation.
  • Managed a minimum of 3-4 GMP GEMBA walk-throughs at the facility to ensure GMP compliance.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and audit preparedness.
  • Led cross-functional coordination to align daily operations with project priorities and compliance requirements.
  • Reviewed SOP adherence and resolved process gaps to maintain consistent execution and audit readiness.
  • Guided team members on documentation standards, quality expectations, and process discipline.
  • Led quality audits and ensured compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitored nonconformance trends and implemented corrective actions to reduce recurring defects.

Education

MBA - Quality Management

BITS Pilani
Pilani, India
07-2027

Master of Science - Life Science

University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Zoology, Chemistry, Biotechnology

University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India
04.2001 -

Skills

TrackWise Documentum JMP SAP MES Minitab LMS (Success Factor, Nichelon5-CMS) Qase JIRA MS Office 2023

Strong QA leadership with compliance-first mindset

Skilled in audit readiness and regulatory interaction

Effective communicator and cross-functional collaborator

Strategic trainer who uses learning as a compliance tool

Quality Assurance & Compliance: QMS implementation, GxP compliance, internal audits, CAPA, change control, incident management, Site Quality Review Program

Regulatory Readiness: Audit exposure to USFDA, MHRA, ANVISA, ANSM, EMA / EU, WHO, DGCI, customer & vendor audits

Validation & Documentation: Computer system validation, batch record review, analytical work record review, SOP preparation & approval, Artificial Intelligence Management System

Risk & Gap Assessment: System-level audits (6-system approach), gap analysis, audit preparedness

Training as QA Enabler: Designing and delivering GxP training, LMS administration, trainer qualification programs to ensure compliance culture

Certification

Certificate in Agile (Great Learning)

Timeline

Group Leader- Quality

Mylan Laboratories Limited
07.2016 - Current

Assistant Manager - QA

Micro Labs Limited
06.2014 - 07.2016

Junior Quality Manager

Syngene International Limited
09.2009 - 06.2014

Master of Science - Life Science

University of Mumbai
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Zoology, Chemistry, Biotechnology

University of Mumbai
04.2001 -

MBA - Quality Management

BITS Pilani
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