Kate Pollard
About Kate Pollard
Kate Pollard is the Manager of Printed Component Operations at Alkermes, specializing in graphic design, labeling, and artwork management with over 15 years of experience in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries.
Current Role at Alkermes
Kate Pollard holds the position of Manager, Printed Component Ops (Graphic Design, Labeling & Artwork Management) at Alkermes in Waltham, Massachusetts. In her current role, she oversees the management and coordination of graphic design and labeling for various printed components. Her responsibilities include ensuring that all artwork and labeling meet regulatory standards and are delivered efficiently to support the company’s product lines.
Past Experience at Teleflex Incorporated
At Teleflex Incorporated, Kate Pollard served as Senior Labeling & UDI Compliance Specialist from 2015 to 2016 in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. During her tenure, she developed and implemented a comprehensive labeling compliance program and played a pivotal role in achieving UDI (Unique Device Identification) compliance for multiple product lines. Her work ensured that the company's labeling practices adhered to necessary regulatory standards.
Role at DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson
Kate Pollard worked as Label Designer III at DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson from 2014 to 2015 in Raynham, Massachusetts. In this role, she led a cross-functional team to redesign product labels, resulting in a notable 20% reduction in production errors. Her contributions were integral to enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of the company's labeling processes.
Experience in Medical Device Labeling
With over 15 years of experience in labeling and graphic design within the medical device and pharmaceutical industries, Kate Pollard is well-versed in regulatory requirements, including FDA and EU MDR regulations. She has managed the transition and integration of labeling processes during company mergers and acquisitions and has conducted training sessions for new hires on labeling standards and best practices. Her expertise ensures that labeling practices comply with both domestic and international regulatory standards.
Educational Background in Communications
Kate Pollard holds a BA (Hons) in Communications from Richmond, The American International University in London, and a BA in Communications from Westfield State University. Her educational background laid the foundation for her career in labeling and graphic design, providing her with essential skills in communication that she has leveraged throughout her professional journey.