Lorna Aquino
About Lorna Aquino
Lorna Aquino serves as the National Director of Quality Assurance for Canada at Cronos Group, bringing extensive experience in quality management from various roles in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
Current Role at Cronos Group
Lorna Aquino serves as the National Director of Quality Assurance for Canada at Cronos Group. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the organization's commitment to maintaining high standards in quality assurance. In her role, she focuses on overseeing quality systems and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements across the Canadian operations.
Previous Experience at Cronos Group
Prior to her current role, Lorna Aquino worked at Cronos Group as the Director of Quality and Compliance for a period of six months in 2019. During this time, she was responsible for implementing quality assurance processes and ensuring adherence to compliance standards within the organization.
Professional Background in Quality Assurance
Lorna Aquino has extensive experience in quality assurance, having worked in various managerial roles across multiple organizations. She served as the Manager of Quality Assurance at Cangene Corporation for 11 years, and as the Manager of Quality Operations at Apotex Fermentation Inc from 2015 to 2019. Her roles have involved designing and implementing quality systems that focus on product quality in highly regulated environments.
Education and Certifications
Lorna Aquino studied at the University of the Philippines, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and a Certificate in Total Quality Management. She furthered her education at Red River College, achieving a qualification in Total Quality Management. Additionally, she holds the ASQ Certified Manager of Quality and Organizational Excellence (CMQOE) certification, which underscores her expertise in quality management.
Skills and Expertise
Lorna Aquino is recognized for her analytical and detail-oriented approach to quality assurance. She possesses strong organizational and communication skills, which facilitate effective collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders. Her ability to adapt to job demands and perform well under pressure has been a significant asset throughout her career in quality management.