Ricardo Franco

Ricardo Franco is an experienced quality management professional with substantial expertise in regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and operational leadership across various industries, including medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and telecommunications. Currently serving as Manager of Quality Commercial Operations at Cepheid since November 2021, previous roles include Quality Assurance Manager at Amico Group of Companies and Sr. Manager of Quality Operations at Integra LifeSciences, where responsibilities encompassed ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, Health Canada, ISO standards, and leading audits. Prior to these positions, Ricardo held various managerial roles at STERIS Corporation, General Magnaplate Corporation, and Andrew Canada Inc., focusing on quality system implementation, supplier management, and regulatory compliance. Ricardo's career began at Eastman Chemical Company as Production Superintendent, overseeing plant operations and training programs. Ricardo holds a Bachelor of Chemical Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of San Luis Potosí.