Angelica Castaneda
About Angelica Castaneda
Angelica Castaneda is a Quality Control Technician II - Lead at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2019. She has a background in quality control and biotechnology, with previous roles at Glendale Pho Co., Shire, and Eurofins.
Work at Kite Pharma
Angelica Castaneda currently holds the position of Quality Control Technician II - Lead at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for reviewing and approving Endotoxin and Sterility results in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). She also assists in generating the Certificate of Analysis necessary for the release of patient final products. Prior to her current position, she served as a Quality Control Technician I from 2017 to 2019, contributing to various quality control processes.
Education and Expertise
Angelica Castaneda earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Biotechnology from California State University, Northridge, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. Her academic background provides her with a solid foundation in the principles of biotechnology, which she applies in her current role in quality control. Additionally, her experience includes implementing continuous improvement and 5S/Lean projects at Kite Pharma, showcasing her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency.
Background
Angelica Castaneda has a diverse work history that includes various roles in the biotechnology and quality control sectors. She began her career as a Student Assistant at California State University, Northridge, from 2012 to 2015. After that, she worked as a Scientist I at Eurofins for one year and transitioned to Shire as a Quality Control Analyst I from 2016 to 2017. Her experience also includes serving as a server at Glendale Pho Co. from 2014 to 2016.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Angelica Castaneda has been involved in significant quality control initiatives. At Kite Pharma, she has played a key role in the quality assurance processes, including the review and approval of critical test results. Her leadership in creating monthly team schedules for tasks and projects demonstrates her organizational skills and ability to manage team dynamics effectively.