Alex J Hernandez
About Alex J Hernandez
Alex J Hernandez serves as the Associate Director of Facilities Engineering at Kite Pharma, where he develops and implements maintenance programs. He has a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in regulatory inspections and audits.
Work at Kite Pharma
Alex J Hernandez serves as the Associate Director of Facilities Engineering at Kite Pharma since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing maintenance programs that ensure the efficient operation of facilities. He played a key role in the startup and operations of the central utilities plant, contributing to the company's infrastructure and operational capabilities.
Previous Experience in Engineering
Before joining Kite Pharma, Alex J Hernandez held several engineering positions. He worked as a Senior Maintenance Manager at Amgen from 2011 to 2019 in the Greater Boston Area. Prior to that, he served as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at St. Jude Medical for five years from 2006 to 2011 in Puerto Rico. His career began as a Manufacturing Engineer at Otscon Inc, where he worked for one year from 2005 to 2006 in Columbia, Missouri.
Education and Expertise
Alex J Hernandez earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico, completing his studies from 2000 to 2005. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in facilities engineering and maintenance management.
Audit and Regulatory Inspection Experience
Alex J Hernandez has extensive experience in handling audits and regulatory inspections from both internal and external agencies. This expertise is critical in ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations, contributing to the operational integrity of the facilities he oversees.