Klaus (Dr.) Finneiser

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Oberwil, Switzerland

Experience

Oct 2017 - Present
8 years 4 months

Freelancer

3P Quality Consulting

  • Data integrity training (basic and advanced training content)

  • Root cause analysis and CAPA courses for 40+ employees

  • Risk-Management system design for quality oversight

  • SOP writing excellence, including use of AI tools (prompting)

  • Implementation of an audit remediation program as person in the plant (PIP)

  • Director of a quality assurance department (6 direct reports), budgeting

  • Development of use cases for ChatGPT in GxP context (6 months, part-time)

  • Reengineering of processes for a MA holder of generic products, valued operational improvements (Germany, Spain)

  • eQMS and document management system: delivery of the business case and investment recommendation

  • Analytical method validation, process and computer system validations, batch record review, PQR reviews

  • Articles in international journals and LinkedIn on modular QMS-design, risk-management in the supply chain, knowledge management, use of AI for compliance improvements

Jun 2013 - Sep 2017
4 years 4 months
Aesch, Switzerland

Head Quality System and Strategy

ACINO Pharma AG

  • Completed implementation project of the corporate quality management system (ICH Q10), including quality manual and 45+ quality directives and their processes
  • Set up regional offices Q-systems and communication policy with the headquarter, including restart of GCP QA and pharmacovigilance systems; led remediation program of the PV-QMS system
  • Led workshop to define business needs for Trackwise redesign; communicated with IT experts to achieve results
Nov 2010 - May 2013
2 years 7 months
Saint-Prex, Switzerland

Senior Project Manager Manufacturing Compliance

Ferring International Center S.A.

  • Implemented new FDA validation concept with QbD and product lifecycle background
  • Defined 50+ QA processes and aligned them with stakeholders
  • Redesigned deviation and CAPA processes; improved IT tools (Trackwise)
  • Set up training program to establish Certified Lead Investigators at 7 sites worldwide
May 2010 - Oct 2010
6 months
Basel, Switzerland

Senior Quality Expert

Novartis Pharma AG

  • Led SAP data integrity project in a line function
Dec 2007 - Apr 2010
2 years 5 months
Basel, Switzerland

Project Manager Global Quality Improvement Projects

Novartis Vaccines & Diagnostics AG

  • Managed QA compliance improvement projects in Holly Springs, North Carolina, USA and Ankleshwar, India
  • Achieved substantial compliance and performance improvements: reduced lead time by 50%; increased right-first-time rate from 60% to 95%
  • Reduced complaint handling throughput time by 80% worldwide as a certified six-sigma black belt
Aug 2001 - Nov 2007
6 years 4 months
Basel, Switzerland

Staff Position Global Quality Management Pharma

Novartis Pharma AG

  • Developed risk-based quality assurance program for legacy products (Qualimetrics)
  • Served as delegate in EFPIA working groups on ICH Q9 and IPEC Europe
  • Led reorganisation of the stability center in Locarno as part of project for Head Global Quality Operations
  • Collaborated with country managers to maintain quality oversight, QA compliance, performance and service levels
  • Managed global quality agreements (100+), set up centralized system with manufacturing sites and country organisations; negotiated with multiple CMO partners
  • Owned Global Complaint Recording System (GCRS) lifecycle; provided CPO support and training for 100+ users
Feb 2000 - Aug 2001
1 year 7 months

Global Quality Operations Product Management

Novartis Pharma AG

Oct 1998 - Feb 2000
1 year 5 months

Project Manager Re-engineering Projects

Novartis Pharma AG

Feb 1996 - Sep 1998
2 years 8 months

Head of Follow-up Stability Testing (QC/QA)

Novartis Pharma AG

Feb 1990 - Jan 1996
6 years
Basel, Switzerland

Head of Analytical Development and Production Control

Ciba-Geigy AG

Jun 1986 - Dec 1989
3 years 7 months
Düsseldorf, Germany

Head of Laboratory: Analytical Support for Development Projects

Henkel KGaA

Skills

  • Freelance & Consulting Projects (Up To 6 Months) - Quality Improvements.

  • Leadership Roles In Qms Design, Quality Management & Cross-functional Collaboration.

  • Operations And Business Process Re-engineering, Gxp Enhancement Projects, Risk Management.

  • Excellent Gxp And Compliance Proficiency (Certified Gmp Auditor), Experiences Over Years In Diverse Multinational Contexts. Proactive Leader, Passionate And Strategic Acumen, And Strict Result Orientation - Many Improvement Projects With Successful Completion.

  • Good, Cross-functional Communicator With A Holistic Mindset.

  • Calm In Dynamic Environments, Displaying A Natural Affinity For Embracing Change, Driving Improvements, And Adeptly Navigating Through Complex Challenges.

Languages

German
Native
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Italian
Elementary

Education

Oct 1983 - Jun 1986
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Ph.D., 15N-NMR-Spectroscopy · 15N-NMR-Spectroscopy

Oct 1977 - Jun 1983

University Siegen

Diploma in Chemistry · Chemistry · Siegen, Germany

University Hagen

Diploma in Organization and Planning, IT (Business Informatics) · Business administration · Hagen, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Cleanroom Expert

Auditor Certification (PCS)

ASQ Certified CAPA Lead Investigator

6-Sigma Black-Belt

Certified GMP Auditor

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