Anthony Horstead

Anthony Horstead is an experienced professional in quality assurance and compliance, currently serving as Quality Assurance Manager at Convatec since August 2022. Prior roles include Principal Engineer, Quality at JenaValve Technology, where responsibilities encompassed sterilization process development and validation, as well as risk reduction initiatives. As Manager of QA & Compliance and EH&S at Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, Anthony achieved a significant reduction in accident rates while improving compliance systems. Earlier experiences include serving as Quality Manager at Technicut Limited, where the development of quality management systems led to enhanced effectiveness and efficiency, and in several quality-focused roles at Bridon International Ltd, Symmetry Medical, and Sandvik Materials Technology, where Anthony demonstrated skills in process improvement, problem-solving strategies, and compliance with quality standards. Anthony holds multiple relevant qualifications, including a BSc(Hons) in Engineering Management and certifications in ISO 13485 and ISO 9001.