LAVANYA SAJEEV VELUPPILLAI RUDRA
Saugus,MA
Summary
Results-driven Pharmaceutical Operations Professional with experience in packaging, controlled substances handling, and FDA-regulated operations. Skilled in applying current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), conducting quality inspections, and maintaining documentation. Expertise in employee training and production oversight, complemented by a strong foundation in pharmacy workflows.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Lead
SAFECOR HEALTH
Woburn, Massachusetts
04.2026 - Current
- Lead daily pharmaceutical production and packaging work while following established procedures, FDA requirements, and cGMP practices.
- Provide training, coaching, and guidance to team members on production procedures, quality expectations, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitored production flow and employee performance to ensure accuracy, quality, and timely completion of work.
- Managed competing priorities in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment while ensuring accuracy and detail.
- Perform and assist with final quality checks of pharmaceutical products and packaging work to verify accuracy, completeness, and compliance with established specifications.
- Review medication labels, packaging components, and finished products for accuracy and quality.
- Handled controlled substances according to strict security and compliance protocols. while following handling, documentation, security, and compliance procedures.
- Identified and reported quality concerns and process issues to management and relevant departments for resolution.
- Work with operations and quality personnel to resolve production and quality-related issues.
Packaging Technician
SAFECOR HEALTH
Woburn, Massachusetts
02.2022 - 04.2026
- Performed pharmaceutical packaging and repackaging activities in accordance with established procedures, FDA requirements, cGMP practices, and quality standards.
- Worked with medications and controlled substances while following established safety, handling, documentation, and compliance procedures.
- Conducted final quality checks to ensure pharmaceutical products, labels, packaging, and documentation met quality requirements.
- Conducted detailed visual and procedural checks to identify discrepancies, errors, or potential quality issues before product completion.
- Followed applicable FDA regulations, SOPs, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) throughout pharmaceutical packaging operations.
- Identified and promptly reported quality concerns, discrepancies, damaged materials, or other issues to appropriate personnel.
- Worked closely with Production team to ensure efficient operations and Quality teams to uphold compliance and enhance operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when handling medications, controlled substances, labels, packaging materials, and production documentation.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TEACHER
Koddaikallar Maha Vidyalayam
, Sri Lanka
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Planned and delivered technology-focused instruction, enhancing understanding for students with varying technical knowledge and learning needs.
- Developed training materials, presentations, instructional activities, and assessments to facilitate effective learning experiences.
- Adapted training approaches to address diverse learning needs and evolving requirements, ensuring relevance and engagement.
- Communicated complex information clearly to individuals and groups.
- Maintained accurate records and monitored performance while managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
- Used Microsoft Office applications to develop instructional materials and manage information.
- Developed strong presentation, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills applicable to employee training and quality operations.
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Batticaloa Pharmacy
, Sri Lanka
01.2009 - 12.2021
- Assisted with medication preparation and dispensing activities under applicable pharmacy procedures and professional supervision.
- Supported daily pharmacy operations by managing medications, pharmacy materials, and inventory while ensuring accurate documentation and high-quality customer service.
- Maintained accurate medication and inventory records, ensuring organized pharmacy stock to facilitate efficient operations.
- Followed established procedures for medication handling, storage, organization, and documentation.
- Developed practical knowledge of medications, pharmacy workflows, inventory control, and the importance of accuracy in healthcare operations.
- Communicated effectively with pharmacists, pharmacy staff, and customers to enhance service delivery and collaboration.
- Maintained confidentiality and accuracy when handling medication and patient-related information.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Education
Open University of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka06-2017
Bachelor - Information Technology
Bangalore University
India08-2013
High School Diploma -
Vincent Girls' High School
Sri Lanka09-2009
Skills
- FDA compliance
- CGMP Practices
- SOP Compliance
- Pharmaceutical packaging
- Final Quality Inspection
- Final Product Inspection
- In-Process Quality Checks
- Controlled Substance Management
- Issue identification
- Audit support
- Process Improvement
- Production Leadership
- Pharmaceutical operations
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Employee training
- Microsoft Office
- SharePoint
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Recordkeeping
- Problem Solving
- Label verification
Timeline
Production Lead
SAFECOR HEALTH
04.2026 - Current
Packaging Technician
SAFECOR HEALTH
02.2022 - 04.2026
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TEACHER
Koddaikallar Maha Vidyalayam
01.2014 - 01.2022
PHARMACY ASSISTANT
Batticaloa Pharmacy
01.2009 - 12.2021
Postgraduate Diploma - Education
Open University of Sri Lanka
Bachelor - Information Technology
Bangalore University
High School Diploma -
Vincent Girls' High School