Meshvaben Chaudhari
Naperville
Summary
Quality Assurance and Quality Control professional with over 4 years of experience in pharmaceutical and chemical laboratories. Expertise in analytical testing, method development, and compliance with GMP and GLP standards. Skilled in operating and maintaining HPLC, GC, FTIR, and UV-Vis spectrophotometers. Experienced in managing stability studies, conducting environmental monitoring, and ensuring audit-ready documentation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Lab Technician
Organigram
Moncton, Canada
12.2022 - Current
- Perform comprehensive routine and non-routine analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure strict compliance with internal quality standards and external regulatory requirements.
- Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain a wide range of analytical instruments, including HPLC, GC, and spectrophotometers, ensuring consistent accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility of laboratory results.
- Conduct detailed environmental monitoring and utility sampling activities to support manufacturing operations and maintain controlled and compliant production environments.
- Develop, review, and implement detailed test methods, specifications, and documentation for new and existing products, including disinfectant formulations such as Citri-Q.
- Actively support method development and validation efforts by executing experimental protocols, analyzing complex datasets, and documenting findings in accordance with regulatory expectations.
- Maintain highly accurate, complete, and audit-ready laboratory records in both manual and electronic systems, ensuring full compliance with GLP and data integrity principles.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Quality Assurance, Research & Development, and Production to identify issues, troubleshoot problems, and implement process improvements.
- Oversee laboratory inventory management by tracking stock levels, coordinating timely procurement of supplies, and ensuring proper labeling, storage, and handling of all chemicals and materials.
- Train, mentor, and support onboarding of new employees, interns, and laboratory staff by providing detailed instruction on laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and environmental guidelines, including the proper handling, segregation, and disposal of hazardous and biohazardous waste materials.
Quality Assurance Technician
Virox Technologies Inc.
Oakville, Canada
12.2019 - 09.2021
- Conducted detailed analytical testing of raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods using FTIR and UV-Vis spectroscopy to verify product quality, consistency, and compliance with specifications.
- Prepared, reviewed, and issued Certificates of Analysis (COAs) by thoroughly analyzing and validating laboratory data to ensure alignment with regulatory and customer requirements.
- Managed stability study programs by organizing sample storage, performing scheduled testing, and maintaining accurate documentation to evaluate product shelf life and long-term performance.
- Collaborated with Research and Development teams to support method development, validation, and optimization activities for new and improved product formulations.
- Participated in internal, external, and customer audits by preparing required documentation, supporting inspection activities, and ensuring adherence to GMP, GLP, and company SOPs.
- Maintained comprehensive, accurate, and audit-ready documentation while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives within the quality management system.
Quality Control Technician
Rangodhati Pharmaceutical
India
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Performed comprehensive quality control testing of raw materials, intermediates, and in-process pharmaceutical products, including analysis of pH, viscosity, specific gravity, and other physicochemical parameters, ensuring compliance with established specifications and pharmacopeial standards.
- Conducted routine and non-routine laboratory testing following approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and regulatory guidelines to maintain product quality and consistency.
- Prepared and standardized reagents, solutions, and reference standards required for analytical testing, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and proper documentation.
- Calibrated, qualified, and maintained laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring optimal performance, precision, and adherence to calibration schedules and GMP requirements.
- Accurately documented all analytical results, observations, and deviations in laboratory notebooks and batch records to support data integrity and regulatory compliance.
- Assisted in batch release activities by compiling, reviewing, and verifying analytical data to ensure completeness and accuracy of quality documentation.
- Collaborated closely with production, quality assurance, and engineering teams to investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Supported internal audits and regulatory inspections by maintaining audit-ready documentation and ensuring compliance with company quality systems and regulatory standards.
- Monitored environmental and process conditions within the production and laboratory areas to ensure adherence to controlled conditions required for pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Ensured proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals, solvents, and hazardous materials in accordance with safety guidelines and environmental regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
H.N.G.U.
Patan, India01-2016
Infection Control Practitioner (Paramedical Certification) -
U.N. Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre
Ahmedabad, IndiaWeb Development
CDI College
Montreal Quebec04-2021
Skills
- HPLC
- GC
- FTIR
- UV-Vis spectrophotometers
- Analytical instrument operation
- Analytical instrument calibration
- Sample preparation
- Chemical handling
- Precision measurement
- Instrument Calibration
- Data interpretation
- Laboratory safety
- GMP compliance
- Analytical testing
- Audit inspections
- Quality control knowledge
- Test result analysis
- Inventory maintenance
- Quality focus
- Equipment maintenance
- Process inspections
- Equipment calibration
- Results-oriented
- Gage calibrations
- Quality report preparation
Personal Information
Timeline
Quality Control Lab Technician
Organigram
12.2022 - Current
Quality Assurance Technician
Virox Technologies Inc.
12.2019 - 09.2021
Quality Control Technician
Rangodhati Pharmaceutical
05.2017 - 05.2018
Infection Control Practitioner (Paramedical Certification) -
U.N. Mehta Institute of Cardiology & Research Centre
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
H.N.G.U.
Web Development
CDI College