Tobias Schnitzler

GMP and Data Integrity Expert | Quality Manager | Chemist

Bern, Berne, Switzerland

About

Experienced pharmaceutical QA professional with 10+ years in GMP-regulated environments, combining strong expertise in operational quality, quality management systems and data integrity. Trusted QA business partner in cross-functional teams. Recognized for pragmatic problem-solving, strong stakeholder engagement, and driving compliant and efficient QA processes in dynamic environments.

Experience

  • CSL (Berne, Switzerland · On-site)
    • Quality Manager Methods Transfer & Stability, Global Quality Engineering
      Dec 2023 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

      · Provide QA oversight for stability studies in a GMP-regulated environment · Review and approve quality-relevant documents (protocols, reports) · Act as quality representative in cross-functional project teams (e.g. process changes, PPQ, risk assessments) · Ensure compliant execution of method transfers across internal and CMO projects · Support deviation management and CAPA implementation within projects

    • Senior Manager Data Integrity - Global Process Owner, Global Quality Systems and Compliance
      Oct 2020 - Nov 2023 · 3 yrs 2 mos

      · Directed CSL’s global data integrity strategy as process owner, fostering a strong compliance culture within a global matrix organization · Established and implemented global standards for data integrity and audit trail review · Supported inspections and audits with focus on data integrity compliance · Collaborated with QA, QC, IT, and manufacturing teams in a matrix structure · Designed and delivered GMP training programs across a global organization (e-learnings, classroom sessions, internal campaigns)

    • Manager Data Integrity, Quality Systems Bern
      Sep 2018 - Sep 2020 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      · Led site-wide data integrity program, including gap analysis and remediation planning · Authored and approved SOPs and standards for data integrity · Conducted internal GMP audits across multiple departments · Supported inspection readiness and compliance activities

  • QA Manager / Auditor at ACINO
    Jul 2015 - Aug 2018 · 3 yrs 2 mos

    · Released drug products to market as deputy FvP/QP · Performed and coordinated over 20 GMP audits (API suppliers and service providers) · Managed deviations, OOS investigations and CAPA implementation · Reviewed and approved GMP documentation including batch records, analytical reports and SOPs · Supported inspections and customer audits · Oversaw environmental, water, and pest control monitoring programs

  • QA Manager CDMO at Senn Chemicals AG
    Feb 2014 - Jun 2015 · 1 yr 5 mos

    · Released products in compliance with GMP standards · Managed deviations, OOS investigations, changes and CAPAs · Reviewed batch documentation and analytical data · Acted as QA point of contact for customers · Supported inspections and customer audits

  • Expert Stability Studies at Siegfried Ltd
    Apr 2012 - Jan 2014 · 1 yr 10 mos

    · Managed planning and evaluation of API stability studies · Reviewed analytical data and stability reports · Led environmental monitoring program, ensuring timely execution and data evaluation · Released raw and packaging materials in compliance with GMP standards · Managed planning, execution, and evaluation of mapping and monitoring activities

  • Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Groningen
    Oct 2009 - Dec 2011 · 2 yrs 3 mos

    · Modification of DNA Nanostructures