Jessica Gutierrez, Asq Cqa
About Jessica Gutierrez, Asq Cqa
Jessica Gutierrez is a Senior Manager of Supply Chain Quality at Arcus Biosciences, with a strong background in Quality Assurance and Compliance at AveXis, Inc. and Novartis Gene Therapies, alongside extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
Work at Arcus Biosciences
Jessica Gutierrez serves as the Senior Manager of Supply Chain Quality at Arcus Biosciences. She has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's quality assurance efforts in California. In this role, she applies her extensive experience in auditing and compliance to ensure that supply chain processes meet regulatory standards and business objectives.
Current and Previous Roles
In addition to her role at Arcus Biosciences, Jessica Gutierrez has been working at Novartis Gene Therapies as the Manager of Supplier Quality Assurance since 2020. Prior to these positions, she spent over a decade at Hospira, where she progressed through various roles, including Microbiologist, Lead Microbiologist, and Sr. Lead Microbiologist from 2004 to 2015. Her experience spans multiple locations, including North Chicago and Lake Forest, Illinois.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Gutierrez earned her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biology from Illinois College, completing her studies from 2002 to 2005. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in quality assurance and compliance.
Professional Skills
Jessica Gutierrez excels in applying technical and data-driven approaches to solve business problems. She is known for her creative problem-solving skills and her ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders, including departments, clients, project managers, and senior executives. Her analytical decision-making capabilities are particularly valuable in high-pressure environments.
Experience in Quality Assurance
With extensive experience in auditing APIs, medical devices, and contract laboratories, Jessica Gutierrez has developed a strong expertise in quality assurance. Her roles have involved ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, which is critical for maintaining product quality and safety in the pharmaceutical sector.