Valerie Borchuk
About Valerie Borchuk
Valerie Borchuk is a Compliance and Regulatory Manager at Zep Inc., where she has worked for over 21 years. She has a strong background in compliance, quality systems, and regulatory affairs, having successfully managed significant transitions and developed key relationships with various government agencies.
Work at Zep
Valerie Borchuk has been employed at Zep Inc. since 2003, serving as the Compliance and Regulatory Manager. In this role, she oversees compliance with various regulations and standards pertinent to the company's operations. Her responsibilities include managing product registrations and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Borchuk has represented Zep on the Registered Products Committee and the Soaps and Detergent Committee within the Canadian Consumer Specialty Products Association (CCSPA).
Education and Expertise
Valerie Borchuk holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) in Biology/Biological Sciences from Concordia University of Edmonton, where she studied from 1991 to 1994. She also earned a Diploma in Chemical Technology/Technician from the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), completing her studies from 1996 to 1998. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in compliance and regulatory matters within the chemical and consumer products sectors.
Background
Valerie Borchuk has a diverse background in compliance and regulatory management. She served as the Interim Plant Manager from November 2012 to April 2013, showcasing her leadership capabilities. Borchuk has extensive experience in managing the transition from WHMIS 1988 to WHMIS 2015, a globally harmonized system for chemical classification and labeling in Canada. She has also developed relationships with various government agencies, including the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and Health Canada.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Valerie Borchuk has contributed to the continuous improvement of quality systems by leveraging her knowledge of ISO 9001:2008. She has been involved in preparing and amending standard operating procedures (SOPs) and conducting internal audits to ensure compliance with quality standards. Additionally, she has developed documentation for the issuance of Drug Establishment Licenses (DEL) for Zep's Edmonton facility and for foreign licenses for operations in Emerson and Atlanta.