Byron Lindros
About Byron Lindros
Byron Lindros is an Associate Director of Facilities Operations at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2018. He has a background in petroleum engineering and management information systems, with extensive experience in project delivery and supply strategy development.
Work at Kite Pharma
Byron Lindros has served as the Associate Director of Facilities Operations at Kite Pharma since 2018. In this role, he oversees various aspects of facilities management, ensuring operational efficiency within the organization. His responsibilities include developing and implementing strategies that enhance facility operations in alignment with corporate objectives. His experience in the pharmaceutical industry contributes to the effectiveness of operations at Kite Pharma, located in Santa Monica, CA.
Previous Experience at Amgen
Before joining Kite Pharma, Byron Lindros worked at Amgen for 14 years, from 2004 to 2018, as the Director of Engineering Project Delivery. His role involved managing engineering projects and ensuring their successful delivery across the organization. He led significant initiatives such as the Equipment Spare Parts Certification Project, which improved the control and management of product-contact elastomers and spare parts. Additionally, he managed the GMP Equipment Classification Optimization Project, which established consistent standards for GMP Level 1 boundaries across all Amgen facilities.
Career at Shell
Byron Lindros began his career at Shell, where he worked as a Senior Petroleum Engineer from 1987 to 2003. His tenure at Shell lasted for 16 years, during which he gained extensive experience in petroleum engineering. His work in Bakersfield, CA, involved various engineering projects that contributed to the company's operational success in the energy sector.
Education and Expertise
Byron Lindros holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from California Lutheran University, where he studied Management Information Systems from 1996 to 1998. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Petroleum Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines, completing his studies from 1983 to 1987. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his roles in facilities operations and engineering project management.
Global MRO Supply Strategy Development
In his professional capacity, Byron Lindros developed a global Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) supply strategy. This initiative aimed to optimize the supply chain and enhance operational efficiency across the organizations he has been part of. His strategic approach to MRO supply has contributed to improved resource management and operational effectiveness.