Nafeez Zia, Ma, MBA, Asq Cssgb
About Nafeez Zia, Ma, MBA, Asq Cssgb
Nafeez Zia serves as the Director of Quality Assurance and Compliance at Applied DNA Sciences, bringing extensive experience in ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems and analytical instrumentation. He has held various quality assurance roles in the cosmetics and biotechnology industries, with a strong background in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
Current Role at Applied DNA Sciences
Nafeez Zia serves as the Director of Quality Assurance and Compliance at Applied DNA Sciences, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with industry standards. His leadership in this capacity follows a previous tenure at the same organization, where he advanced from Manager to Associate Director of Quality Assurance and Compliance. His experience at Applied DNA Sciences spans over nine years, contributing significantly to the company's quality management systems.
Professional Experience in Quality Assurance
Nafeez Zia has extensive experience in quality assurance and compliance across various organizations. Prior to his current role, he worked at L'Oréal as a Senior Corporate Industrial Quality Chemist for eight months. His career also includes a significant period at The Estée Lauder Companies Inc., where he served as a QC/QA Analytical Chemist for eleven years and as an R&D Chemist for one year. His diverse background in quality assurance roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of quality management systems.
Educational Background
Nafeez Zia holds multiple degrees that support his expertise in quality assurance and compliance. He earned an Executive MBA in Health Care Administration from Baruch College, completing his studies from 2008 to 2011. He also obtained a Master of Arts in Biotechnology from Columbia University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences between 2004 and 2006. Earlier, he received a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Stony Brook University, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. This educational foundation underpins his professional achievements.
Expertise in Quality Management Systems
Nafeez Zia possesses extensive expertise in implementing and continuously improving ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Systems. He has a strong background in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, which enhance operational efficiency and quality control. His proficiency extends to raw material analysis, adhering to both USP-NF and EU guidelines. Additionally, he demonstrates in-depth knowledge of 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211, which are essential for compliance in FDA-regulated industries.
Analytical Instrumentation Skills
Nafeez Zia has developed significant expertise in method development specifically related to analytical instrumentation. He is skilled in using Water's Empower software for analytical purposes, which is critical for data management and analysis in laboratory settings. His technical skills in this area contribute to his effectiveness in quality assurance and compliance roles, ensuring that analytical processes meet rigorous standards.