Manbir Bilan

Highly experienced Quality Assurance professional with over 25 years of pharmaceutical industry experience, including more than 10 years in Quality Assurance auditing and compliance oversight within GLP-regulated environments. Extensive expertise in risk-based auditing, Quality Management Systems (QMS), Data Integrity, CAPA management, inspection readiness, and regulatory compliance across GLP, GMP and GxP operations. Recognised for identifying compliance risks, driving continuous improvement and partnering with stakeholders to strengthen quality culture.

QA Auditor IV at Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Ltd (2023 – Present)

• Lead risk-based audits of facilities, systems, studies, processes and documentation to provide independent assurance of compliance with GLP, GxP and client requirements.
• Partner with operational leaders to identify compliance risks and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Provide expert guidance on regulatory compliance, data integrity, and inspection readiness, supporting successful regulatory and client inspections.
• Evaluate audit observations and drive CAPA effectiveness.
• Contribute to global quality initiatives and mentor colleagues.
• Promote continuous improvement and quality culture across business functions.

QA Auditor III at Labcorp Early Development Laboratories Ltd (2018 – 2023)

• Planned and executed independent internal audits using risk-based methodologies.
• Reviewed study documentation, SOPs, and quality records for compliance.
• Identified compliance gaps and monitored CAPA implementation.
• Collaborated with operational teams to strengthen quality culture.
• Supported inspection readiness and management reporting.

QA Auditor I at Covance Laboratories Ltd (2014 – 2018)

• Conducted facility, process and study audits against GLP requirements.
• Reviewed protocols, reports, and raw data for compliance.
• Supported investigations and CAPA tracking.
• Contributed to continuous improvement activities and compliance monitoring.

Quality Advisor at Harlan Laboratories Ltd (2012 – 2014)

• Provided quality and regulatory guidance to operational departments.
• Supported investigations, deviations, and CAPA activities.
• Maintained quality systems and compliance monitoring programmes.
• Delivered quality training and support.

Senior Laboratory Technician / Laboratory Supervisor at Harlan Laboratories Ltd (2006 – 2012)

• Managed daily laboratory operations within a regulated environment.
• Supervised and developed laboratory staff.
• Ensured compliance with GMP requirements and laboratory procedures.
• Supported process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.

Leading Laboratory Technician at International Laboratory Services (2003 – 2006)

• Coordinated laboratory activities and supervised technical staff.
• Maintain documentation and quality standards.

Laboratory Technician at International Laboratory Services (1999 – 2003)

• Performed routine laboratory testing and sample analysis.
• Maintain accurate records and compliance with procedures.

BSc in Chemistry & Biology – Guru Nanak Dev University