Giovanna Codo
@giovannacodo
Pharmacist with pharmaceutical production and operational excellence experience in multinational companies.
What I'm looking for
I am a pharmacist with hands-on experience in pharmaceutical production, operational excellence, and process improvement, having worked with Bayer, Novartis and GSK clients while contributing to União Química's corporate productivity, quality and cost initiatives. I hold a Bachelor's in Pharmacy and Biochemistry and am completing postgraduate studies in Cosmetology (R&D) and a Master’s in Biopharmaceutical Sciences.
At União Química I managed production KPIs, inventory, supplier contacts, OEE analysis, SOP development, training programs and corporate reporting to the Vice-Presidency, and previously supported pharmacovigilance, toxicology assistance and production analysis in clinical and industrial settings. I continuously pursue certifications in GMP, Lean Six Sigma and project management to expand my scientific and practical competencies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Operational Excellence Analyst
União Química
Nov 2024 - Aug 2025 (9 months)
Managed productivity, quality, cost, and HR indicators across all plants; monitored production plans vs actuals and oversaw corporate projects, reporting results to the Vice-Presidency team.
Process Analyst
União Química
Jul 2022 - Nov 2024 (2 years 4 months)
Managed inventory and supplier contacts, monitored production KPIs and equipment OEE, implemented process improvements, and developed SOPs and training to meet quality and safety standards.
Production Intern
União Química
Mar 2022 - Jul 2022 (4 months)
Mapped and monitored production and packaging processes to ensure efficiency and quality, supported operational excellence initiatives, and contributed to quality committees and training.
Health Educator
AzimuteMed
Sep 2021 - Feb 2022 (5 months)
Handled customer service and adverse event reporting, collaborating with pharmacovigilance and Merck to ensure safety and compliance of healthcare products and services.
Toxicology Intern
CEATOX - Hospital das Clínicas
Jan 2021 - Sep 2021 (8 months)
Provided assistance at the Toxicology Assistance Center, supporting clinical toxicology services and patient care activities.
Laboratory Intern
Laboratório Buenos Ayres
Sep 2020 - Dec 2020 (3 months)
Performed full analysis of production items to ensure accuracy and quality in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Faculdade de Farmácia da Universidade de Lisboa (FFUL)
Master of Science, Biopharmaceutical Sciences
2025 -
Enrolled in a Master's program in Biopharmaceutical Sciences focusing on advanced pharmaceutical development and biopharmaceutical research.
ICosmetologia
Postgraduate Certificate, Cosmetology (Research and Development)
Postgraduate program focused on cosmetology with emphasis on research and development in cosmetic formulation and evaluation.
Faculdades Oswaldo Cruz
Bachelor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy and Biochemistry
Activities and societies: Internships at CEATOX - Hospital das Clínicas and Laboratório Buenos Ayres; research experience on adherence to adjuvant hormone therapy at UNIFESP.
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and Biochemistry with coursework and practical training in pharmaceutical analysis and production.
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