Drue Kunz
Smithfield,Utah
Summary
Personable and strategic thinker with passion for driving organizational success and fostering collaborative team environments. Possess deep understanding of leadership principles and quality management systems, with strong skills in process oversight and strategic planning. Prepared to deliver impactful results through innovative solutions and effective team leadership.
I lead QA teams at Cytiva to foster a culture of continuous improvement, enhancing team collaboration and morale. My tenure with this business saw the successful completion of large-scale projects driving business success, improved customer experience leveraging my decision-making and communication skills to drive effective innovation.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director QA Cell Culture
Cytiva
01.2020 - Current
- Developed high-performing teams in multiple sites functions by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to expand their roles with training and use of key business improvement tools.
- Cultivate a positive work environment fostering a high performing engaged team.
Associate Director QA Cell Culture
GE Healthcare
01.2008 - 01.2020
- Managed cross-functional teams for multiple large-scale projects, successfully completing each on time and within budget constraints.
- Trained and developed department leaders and management staff for specific projects and ongoing operational needs.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on professional development opportunities and career progression paths within the company.
- Established strong relationships with key industry partners, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for growth and collaboration.
- Reviewed proposed regulatory changes and evaluated potential impacts on business operations.
QA Manager
Thermo Fisher
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Increased customer satisfaction with single use and cell culture products by ensuring consistent quality across all platforms.
- Optimized statistical process controls to improving quality and customer delight.
- Promoted continuous learning within the QA department through regular workshops and trainings focused on evolving industry best practices.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination between QA, Production, Sales, Product Development, and other functions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Utah State University
Logan, UTSkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Certification
- Certified Lead Auditor
Timeline
Director QA Cell Culture
Cytiva
01.2020 - Current
Associate Director QA Cell Culture
GE Healthcare
01.2008 - 01.2020
QA Manager
Thermo Fisher
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Certified Lead Auditor
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Utah State University
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