Gerard Agnes
About Gerard Agnes
Gerard Agnes is a Quality Record Owner at Kite Pharma in El Segundo, California, with over 12 years of experience in the dietary supplement, food, and drug industry. He holds certifications in ASQ CQA, HACCP, and Red Cross first aid/CPR and has previously worked in various quality assurance roles.
Work at Kite Pharma
Gerard Agnes has been employed at Kite Pharma since 2020, serving as a Quality Record Owner in El Segundo, California. In this role, he acts as a liaison between various departments to improve collaboration and efficiency in the management of quality records. His responsibilities include overseeing the quality record lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and facilitating communication across teams.
Previous Experience in Quality Control
Before joining Kite Pharma, Gerard Agnes worked at several organizations in quality control roles. He served as a QC Tech at Watson Industries from 2010 to 2014, where he contributed to quality assurance processes. He also held the position of QA Tech at WIL Research for 11 months in 2008-2009. Additionally, he worked as a QA Technical Reviewer at Micro Quality Labs for 8 months in 2018-2019, further enhancing his expertise in quality assurance.
Education and Expertise
Gerard Agnes earned a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Cal State San Bernardino, completing his studies from 2004 to 2007. He possesses over 12 years of experience in the dietary supplement, food, and drug industry. His skill set includes knowledge of 21 CFR regulations, management practices, SOP/QMS development and implementation, as well as technical and regulatory auditing.
Certifications and Skills
Gerard Agnes holds several professional certifications, including ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), and Red Cross first aid/CPR. These certifications reflect his commitment to maintaining high standards in quality management and safety practices within the industry.