Juan Valverde
About Juan Valverde
Juan Valverde is a Sr. Quality Manager and Site Quality Head at Nevro, with extensive experience in quality management across various companies in Costa Rica. His career includes significant roles at Volcano Corporation, Smith & Nephew, and Allergan, where he implemented quality systems and managed compliance with international standards.
Work at Nevro
Juan Valverde has been serving as the Senior Quality Manager and Site Quality Head at Nevro since 2021. His role involves overseeing quality management processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards at the Coyol, Alajuela site. Valverde's responsibilities include managing quality functions, implementing quality systems, and leading audits to maintain high standards of quality assurance.
Previous Experience in Quality Management
Before joining Nevro, Juan Valverde held several key positions in quality management across various organizations. He worked at Volcano Corporation as Site Quality Head from 2011 to 2014, and at Smith & Nephew as Quality Systems Manager from 2014 to 2016. He also served as Senior Manager Quality Engineering at Smith & Nephew from 2016 to 2021, and as Quality Compliance Engineer at Hospira from 2009 to 2011. His extensive experience in these roles contributed to his expertise in managing quality functions.
Education and Certifications
Juan Valverde has a strong educational background in engineering and quality management. He studied Industrial Engineering and earned a Master's degree from Universidad Interamericana de Costa Rica. He also holds a Licenciate in Microbiology and Clinical Chemistry and an MBA from Universidad de Costa Rica UCR. In addition to his degrees, Valverde has obtained several certifications, including Certified Internal Auditor ISO13485:2016 and Certified Quality Engineer from the American Society for Quality.
Quality Management Expertise
Valverde possesses extensive expertise in managing quality functions, including Quality Engineering, Sterilization, and Supplier Quality. He has successfully managed audits from regulatory bodies such as the FDA, ISO, and ANVISA, ensuring compliance with international standards. His focus on implementing quality systems has led to significant reductions in compliance risks and costs at the Costa Rica site.
Leadership and Employee Development
In his roles, Juan Valverde has emphasized the importance of leadership, communication, and teamwork in enhancing employee productivity. He has led initiatives to develop soft skills among team members, which has contributed to improved performance and collaboration within the organizations he has worked for. Valverde has also been instrumental in the transfer and launch of new processes and products, focusing on quality and engineering perspectives.