Christopher Quintas
About Christopher Quintas
Christopher Quintas is a Process Engineer II in MSAT at Kite Pharma, with extensive experience in cell therapy and process improvement. He has worked in various roles across multiple companies, including Baxter International Inc. and Johnson & Johnson, and has a strong educational background in Chemical Engineering.
Work at Kite Pharma
Christopher Quintas currently serves as a Process Engineer II in the MSAT department at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2020 in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. His role involves a strong focus on process improvement and ensuring robust controls to deliver high-quality products to patients globally. Prior to this, he worked as a Cell Therapy Specialist III / Process Lead for eight months in 2020 and as a Cell Therapy Specialist I and II from 2017 to 2020, gaining extensive experience in cell therapy.
Previous Experience at Baxter International Inc.
Christopher Quintas worked at Baxter International Inc. in Thousand Oaks, California, from 2014 to 2016. He held the position of Manufacturing Associate for ten months and subsequently advanced to Manufacturing Associate II/Back Up Team Lead for another ten months. His time at Baxter provided him with foundational experience in manufacturing processes.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Quintas studied Chemical Engineering at the University of Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from 2009 to 2013. He also attended Los Angeles City College for one year and studied at the University of San Carlos, where he focused on Chemical Engineering for one year. His educational background supports his expertise in process engineering and cell therapy.
Achievements in Cell Therapy and Process Engineering
Throughout his career, Christopher Quintas has been involved in significant projects within the field of cell therapy. He has successfully completed three stability runs/studies as part of his role in MSAT. Additionally, he played a key role in the MES-EBR design of Media batch records, demonstrating his expertise in MES Automation. His contributions extend to the development of a bestseller product in the cosmetics industry, where he was involved in tech transfer and product transfer.
Cultural Background and Personal Interests
Born and raised in the Philippines, Christopher Quintas brings a diverse cultural perspective to his professional environment. He has a strong passion for travel, having explored all 50 American states and numerous countries in Europe. His experiences enrich his understanding of global markets and contribute to his professional interactions.