Elaine Harnett Zinghini
About Elaine Harnett Zinghini
Elaine Harnett Zinghini is a Quality Assurance Manager with extensive experience in cold chain management and the importation of goods into Canada. She has held various managerial roles in quality assurance across several companies and possesses in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry.
Work at Nutrasource
Elaine Harnett Zinghini has been serving as the Quality Assurance Manager at Nutrasource since 2019. In this role, she oversees quality assurance processes and ensures compliance with industry standards. Her responsibilities include managing the quality of products and services, focusing on cold chain management, and facilitating the importation of goods into Canada from Europe and the USA. Her extensive experience in quality assurance contributes to Nutrasource's commitment to maintaining high standards in product safety and efficacy.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to her current position, Elaine held several key roles in quality assurance. She worked at Novartis Animal Health as Quality Assurance Manager from 2007 to 2011, where she managed quality systems. Following this, she served as Audit Manager - Quality at Accuristix from 2012 to 2015, overseeing audits across multiple locations including Oakville and Calgary. She also worked at Brookfield Global Integrated Solutions as Facility Quality Manager from 2015 to 2019, further enhancing her expertise in quality management.
Education and Expertise
Elaine studied at York University, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) in Chemistry from 1988 to 1991. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her career in quality assurance. She possesses extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements under Health Canada, including HPFBI, VDD, CFIA, and the Food and Drugs Acts and Regulations. Additionally, she is familiar with ISO 13485:2003 and SOR/98-282 standards, which are essential for maintaining quality in healthcare products.
Specialization in Cold Chain Management
Elaine specializes in cold chain management and the importation of goods into Canada, particularly from Europe and the USA. This specialization is crucial for ensuring that temperature-sensitive products are handled and transported under controlled conditions to maintain their integrity. Her expertise in various dosage forms, including solid, semi-solid, liquid, and sterile injectables, further supports her role in quality assurance within the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
Career Timeline
Elaine's career spans several years in various quality assurance roles. She began her career at Taro Pharmaceuticals as a Senior Compliance Specialist from 2000 to 2007. Afterward, she transitioned to Novartis Animal Health, followed by Accuristix, and then Brookfield Global Integrated Solutions. Each position has contributed to her extensive experience and knowledge in quality assurance, culminating in her current role at Nutrasource.