Eduardo Escobar
Whittier,CA
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cell Therapy Specialist I
Kite, A Gilead Company
12.2022 - Current
- Aseptic manufacturing in a clean-room environment (ISO5, ISO 7, ISO 8)
- Strict adherence to SOPs, MPRs, EBR, and cGMP regulations, the ability to accurately complete documentation associated with commercial and clinical manufacturing
- Completes required training assignments to maintain necessary technical skills and knowledge and to ensure compliance with cGMP requirements
- Train personnel on applicable procedures and equipment
- Successfully troubleshoots processing and equipment issues
- Cryopreservation experience and handling Controlled Rate Freezer products
- Experience in performing visual inspection of final product bag
- Preparation and filter release testing of media utilized for all commercial and clinical products
- Manufacturing release of starting apheresis material which also includes frozen PBMCs
- Experience with handling and propagation of human primary cells, including T cells
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
- Write and/or review standard operating procedures (SOP’s)
- Demonstrate basic knowledge in Lean Six sigma and A3 thinking
- Work closely with other departments, including Materials Management, Quality Control, and Quality Assurance
- Assist in projects that focus on improving work efficiency and cost efficiency
Education
B.S. - Kinesiology-Exercise Science
California State University - Northridge
Northridge, CA05.2017
Skills
- Capable of working in a fast-paced environment as a team or working independently
- Excellent skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power point
- Leadership Experience
- Experience in a GMP and FDA/EMA/TGA/PMDA regulated environment
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing of biotechnology products, aseptic processing, cell culture products
- Ability to manage a high-volume workload and adapt to changing priorities
- Coaching and mentoring
- Adaptable learner
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Cell Therapy Specialist I
Kite, A Gilead Company
12.2022 - Current
B.S. - Kinesiology-Exercise Science
California State University - Northridge
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