Pragati Waghpanje

M.Sc. (Chemistry) professional with 17 years of experience in Quality Assurance and Quality Control within chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Proven expertise in implementing and maintaining QMS and IMS (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) and ensuring GMP compliance. Strong background in audits (internal, external, customer, WHO), CAPA, documentation (Site Master File, Quality Manual, VMP), regulatory readiness and training.

Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement, manage vendor audits and lead sustainability assessments such as Ecovadis to enhance compliance and operational performance.

Assistant QA Manager at Mangalam Organics Limited (2019-08 – Present)

• Led QA team to ensure compliance with GMP and ISO standards across operations.
• Managed internal and external audits and implemented CAPA to close compliance gaps.
• Supervised IMS implementation for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 and monitored KPIs to enhance system performance.
• Supported continuous improvement projects to improve customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
• Directed Ecovadis ESG Sustainability Assessment and independently completed the sustainability questionnaire.
• Authored key quality documents including Site Master File, IMS Manual, Quality Manual and Validation Master Plan.
• Led risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential quality and compliance issues.
• Prepared and presented at management review meetings to align on quality priorities.
• Conducted annual product studies and supervised dispatch activities to minimize errors and customer complaints.

Senior QA Officer at Innovassynth Technologies (I) Ltd. (2017-08 – 2019-08)

• Conducted internal audits and managed QA documentation to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Ensured batch release through SAP and supervised QA activities.
• Trained team members on quality standards and compliance requirements.

Senior QC Chemist at Prasol Chemicals Ltd. (2009-01 – 2017-08)

• Performed chemical and physical analysis of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.
• Operated and maintained analytical instruments including GC and Karl Fischer titrators.
• Assisted in regulatory inspections and implemented CAPA and quality improvement activities.

MS/M.Sc(Science) in Chemistry – Mumbai University (2010)

B.Sc in Chemistry – Mumbai University (2003)

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