Junaid Aurangzeb

Results-driven Chemist with over 14 years of expertise in Pharmaceutical Quality Operations. Proven track record in managing both Quality Control (QC) testing and Quality Assurance (QA) compliance systems. Expert in analytical method validation, ISO/IEC 17025 implementation, and regulatory compliance. Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt adept at driving continuous improvement and QMS optimization.

Quality Lead - HAKEEM PHARMA - Sudair, Riyadh, KSA

(2021-12)

• Oversee site quality operations, ensuring absolute compliance with local and international pharmaceutical, Cosmetic and feed regulatory frameworks.
• Drive team engagement and mentor QC/QA supervisors to maintain high technical operational standards.
• Spearhead laboratory digitalization initiatives, utilizing SAP-Quality.

Quality Control Lead - PRIME HEALTH (PVT) LTD - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2020-05 - 2021-08)

(WHO-Pre-Qualified & ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Certified Laboratory)

• Managed daily operations of the physical and chemical testing laboratories under strict WHO pre-qualification metrics.
• Oversaw international proficiency testing (PT) schemes with LGC UK to verify laboratory testing accuracy.
• Managed chemical inventory, reference standards, and high-value consumable tracking networks.

Senior Quality Control Analyst - PRIME HEALTH (PVT) LTD - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2018-01 - 2020-05)

• Executed routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using HPLC and GC.
• Authored competency and authorization matrices to map laboratory technician skill sets.

Executive Quality Control - HERBION PHARMACEUTICAL (PVT) LTD - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2016-05 - 2017-12)

• Supervised high-throughput chromatography testing workflows, including assay and dissolution setups.
• Drafted local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to align physical operations with corporate quality standards.

Senior QC Analyst & Analytical Lab In-Charge / QA Compliance Officer - SHAIGAN PHARMACEUTICAL PVT LTD - Rawalpindi, Pakistan

(2011-09 - 2016-05)

Dual track role covering both in-process QA compliance monitoring and physical/chemical lab management.

• Conducted physical inspections, sampling, and physical tests for raw materials and packaging components.

Trainee Chemist - CIRIN PHARMACEUTICAL PVT LTD - Hattar, Pakistan

(2010-10 - 2011-04)

• Gained baseline experience in good pharmaceutical laboratory practices and basic wet chemistry.

MSc - Analytical Chemistry - University of Wah (2011)

BSc - Chemistry, Botany, Zoology - Hazara University (2008)

Diploma - Information Technology (DIT)