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Italy

Experience

Dec 2022 - Present

3 years 3 months

Lead Auditor

Intertek France

Conduct supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Write comprehensive audit reports outlining findings and recommending actionable enhancements for customer.
Conduct comprehensive review of CAPA plan for customer.

Jan 2021 - Present

5 years 2 months

Parma, Italy

Quality Auditor

GSK

Perform audit according to the audit plan.
Develop comprehensive audit reports, detailing observations, implications, and recommendations for senior management.
Led training sessions for junior auditors.
Monitor ongoing compliance with internal policies and external regulations, providing periodic updates to management.
Implement risk-based audit strategies to focus on high-risk areas, enhancing efficiency and coverage.
Review internal controls and identified potential control system and process weaknesses requiring attention and resolution.
Monitoring of the corrective action related to the audit findings.

Jan 2017 - Dec 2021

5 years

Parma, Italy

Quality Assurance Lead

GSK

Led a team of QA in the development and implementation of comprehensive quality assurance strategies tailored to organizational needs.

Jan 2013 - Dec 2021

9 years

Parma, Italy

Quality Assurance Specialist

GSK

Record quality assurance activities to maintain accurate documentation and manage quality of system.
Management of quality deviation, changes, and CAPA.

Feb 2011 - Jan 2013

2 years

Sondrio, Italy

Quality and Safety System Manager

Haemopharm Biofluids SRL

Streamlined Quality and Safety Management System documentation, facilitating easy access and reference for all staff members.
Evaluated and revised Quality and Safety Management System documentation, ensuring procedures align with standards.
Oversaw compliance with Quality and Safety Management System in alignment with GMP and safety standards.
Facilitated internal and external audits to ensure compliance with product and quality specifications.
Training to staff.

May 2010 - Jan 2011

9 months

Pisa, Italy

Quality Assurance Specialist

Farmigea SPA

Batch record review, review of standard operating procedures.
Operation oversight.
Deviation and change management.

Industries Experience

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Experienced in Pharmaceutical (16 years) and Professional Services (3 years).

Pharmaceutical

Professional Services

Business Areas Experience

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Experienced in Quality Assurance (16 years) and Audit (5 years).

Quality Assurance

Audit

Summary

I am a quality-focused professional with over a decade of experience in audits and quality assurance. I specialize in thorough audits, CAPA plan reviews, and risk-based strategies that enhance process efficiency and compliance with industry standards.

I have built strong skills in documentation, stakeholder communication, and team collaboration. My background includes leading audit for Pharma and cosmetic GMP, ISO 13485 and 9001. I worked as Project Maneger for digital solutions inplementation.

Skills

Audit Planning
Compliance Monitoring
Risk Assessment
Internal Controls
Documentation Management
Capa Management
Continuous Improvement
Team Leader, People Managing
Quality Assessment

Languages

Italian

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

French

Elementary

Education

Almalaboris

Master of Science · Quality and safety System Management · Milan, Italy

University of Pisa

Bachelor of Science · Chemical and Pharmaceutical · Pisa, Italy

Certifications & licenses

Lead Quality Auditor Certification

Profile

Created

January 2026

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What languages does Francesca speak?

Francesca speaks the following languages: Italian (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Francesca have?

Francesca has at least 16 years of experience. During this time, Francesca has worked in at least 5 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 8 months. Note that Francesca may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Francesca be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Francesca would be well-suited for roles such as: Lead Auditor, Quality Auditor, Quality Assurance Lead.

What is Francesca's latest experience?

Francesca's most recent position is Lead Auditor at Intertek France.

What companies has Francesca worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Francesca has worked for Intertek France and GSK.

Which industries is Francesca most experienced in?

Francesca is most experienced in industries like Pharmaceutical and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Francesca most experienced in?

Francesca is most experienced in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA) and Audit.

Which industries has Francesca worked in recently?

Francesca has recently worked in industries like Pharmaceutical and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Francesca worked in recently?

Francesca has recently worked in business areas like Quality Assurance (QA) and Audit.

What is Francesca's education?

Francesca holds a Master in Quality and safety System Management from Almalaboris and a Bachelor in Chemical and Pharmaceutical from University of Pisa.

Does Francesca have any certificates?

Francesca has 1 certificate: Lead Quality Auditor Certification.

What is the availability of Francesca?

Francesca is immediately available for suitable projects.

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