Ai Broechin-Lim, QA Compliance Head
Professional Overview
Ai Broechin-Lim is an experienced quality assurance (QA) and compliance professional with a strong background in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries. As the QA Compliance Head at Acino, she is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive quality management systems, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the QA Compliance Head at Acino since 2020, Ai is integral to the company's commitment to product quality and patient safety. In this role, she leads a team of QA specialists, overseeing all aspects of compliance, from auditing and risk management to training and continuous improvement. Under her guidance, Acino has achieved a flawless regulatory track record, setting new industry benchmarks for quality control and operational excellence.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Acino, Ai held several senior-level positions within the pharmaceutical industry. She served as a Senior QA Validation Specialist (Biologics) at Novartis Singapore, where she played a key role in the successful validation and qualification of critical manufacturing processes for biologics products. Additionally, Ai has experience as a Principal Course Instructor at the National University of Singapore, sharing her expertise in quality management and validation best practices with the next generation of industry professionals.
Ai's career also includes roles as a Manager in the Compliance Audit Group at GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) and as a Qualification & Validation Consultant at Commissioning Agents, Inc (CAI Consulting), where she provided strategic guidance and technical support to clients across the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.
Academic Background
Ai holds a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from the National University of Singapore, where she graduated with distinction. Her academic achievements and strong technical foundation have been instrumental in her ability to drive innovative quality solutions and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organizations she has served.
Areas of Expertise
- Pharmaceutical quality assurance and compliance
- Validation and qualification of manufacturing processes
- Regulatory affairs and auditing
- Quality management system (QMS) design and implementation
- Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement
- Training and development of QA/QC personnel
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Ai has been recognized for her ability to identify and address complex quality-related challenges. She has led the successful implementation of several high-impact initiatives, including the development of a robust supplier quality program that improved supply chain reliability and reduced the risk of product recalls. Additionally, Ai's expertise in validation and qualification has enabled her to streamline critical manufacturing processes, leading to significant improvements in operational efficiency and product quality.
Conclusion
With over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries, Ai Broechin-Lim is a respected QA and compliance leader. Her deep technical knowledge, strategic mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement make her a valuable asset to Acino and the broader industry. Ai's proven track record of driving quality excellence and regulatory compliance positions her as a trusted partner in ensuring the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products.
