Youssef Zaidane
About Youssef Zaidane
Youssef Zaidane is a QA Manager with extensive experience in quality assurance and control within the pharmaceutical sector. He has worked for several organizations in Morocco, including Cooper Pharma and Veyance Technologies, and holds a Master's degree in Biotechnology and Quality Approach from Université Hassan II Mohammedia.
Current Role as QA Manager
Youssef Zaidane has been serving as a QA Manager at Confidential since 2019. In this role, he supervises process validation and equipment qualification, ensuring that all operations align with established quality standards. He manages quality deviations by conducting investigations and developing action plans. Additionally, he reviews and approves batch files for product release, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to his current position, Youssef Zaidane worked at Novatis Group as QA / QC & HSE Manager from 2018 to 2019. He also held the role of Quality Assurance Executive at Cooper Pharma from 2013 to 2016. His experience includes managing quality systems, proposing improvement plans, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). He has also worked at Veyance Technologies, Inc. as QA / QC & HSE Manager from 2016 to 2018.
Internships and Early Career
Youssef Zaidane began his career with internships that provided foundational experience in quality engineering. He completed internships at Institut National de Recherche Halieutique (INRH) in 2010, Glace Pingouin Inc. in 2012, and AMOUD in 2011. These roles allowed him to develop skills in quality management and compliance early in his professional journey.
Educational Background in Biotechnology
Youssef Zaidane earned a Master's degree in Biotechnology & Quality Approach from Université Hassan II Mohammedia, completing his studies from 2010 to 2012. This academic background has equipped him with the knowledge necessary to implement and maintain quality policies in compliance with industry standards.
Collaboration and Best Practices
In his professional roles, Youssef Zaidane collaborates globally with other quality management colleagues to share best practices and improve activities. He interfaces with colleagues to harmonize testing activities and coordinate corrective actions across sites, contributing to the overall enhancement of quality assurance processes.