Antonio Varela
Derby,Derbyshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in aseptic compounding, GMP compliance, and quality assurance. Proficient in managing batch records, logbooks, and documentation checks while ensuring labelling accuracy and contamination control. Skilled in SOP adherence, deviation identification, and equipment operation with a strong focus on patient safety. Adept at facilitating shift handovers and cross-team communication to maintain seamless operations. Committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and safety in pharmaceutical environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Aseptic Operative (Compounding)
Lloyds Clinic
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Perform aseptic compounding of parenteral products, including PN (Parenteral Nutrition) bags, Heparins, and Taurolocks, within a GMP-controlled cleanroom environment.
- Accurately prepare sterile products following approved SOPs, formulas, and batch instructions.
- Carry out labeling activities, including verification of correct labels, batch numbers, expiry dates, and product identification in line with GMP requirements.
- Complete, review, and verify GMP batch documentation, batch records, and logbooks, ensuring documentation accuracy and Right First Time (RFT) compliance.
- Operate and monitor compounding and aseptic processing equipment to ensure safe, compliant, and consistent production.
- Apply strict aseptic techniques, gowning, hygiene, and contamination control procedures to protect product quality and patient safety.
- Identify, document, and escalate deviations or documentation discrepancies, supporting corrective actions where required.
- Deliver detailed shift handovers to ensure traceability, continuity, and effective communication between shifts.
Superuser
The Very Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Supported high-speed production operations, logged issues, assisted with line troubleshooting, and ensured workflow efficiency.
Production Operator
Refresco
01.2021 - 01.2021
- Operated industrial machinery, completed CCP checks and documentation, supported product changeovers, and assisted engineering teams.
Warehouse Operative / Associate Engineer
XPO Logistics / Nestlé
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked with automated systems, supported troubleshooting activities, and operated material handling equipment.
Education
Level 6 - Logistics
Instituto Educacional de Formação Profissional
LisbonFood Safety & Hygiene
Skills
- Aseptic Compounding (PN Bags, Heparins, Taurolocks)
- GMP Compliance, Documentation & RFT
- Batch Records, Logbooks & Documentation Checks
- Labeling Verification & Accuracy Checks
- Cleanroom & Contamination Control
- SOP Adherence & Formula Execution
- Deviation Identification & Escalation
- Equipment Operation & Monitoring
- Quality & Patient Safety Focus
- Shift Handover & Cross-Team Communication
LANGUAGES
Portuguese — Native
English — Intermediate
Spanish — Basic
Timeline
Aseptic Operative (Compounding)
Lloyds Clinic
01.2022 - 12.2025
Superuser
The Very Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
Production Operator
Refresco
01.2021 - 01.2021
Warehouse Operative / Associate Engineer
XPO Logistics / Nestlé
01.2019 - 01.2021
Food Safety & Hygiene
Level 6 - Logistics
Instituto Educacional de Formação Profissional