Ileana Torres Acevedo
About Ileana Torres Acevedo
Ileana Torres Acevedo serves as the Sr. Manager of QA Batch Release at Kite Pharma, where she has worked since 2022. With over 29 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, she specializes in cGMP processes, technical report preparation, and team management.
Work at Kite Pharma
Ileana Torres Acevedo currently serves as the Senior Manager of QA Batch Release at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2022. Located in Frederick, Maryland, she has been instrumental in overseeing quality assurance processes related to batch release. Prior to this role, she worked as the Document Control Manager at Kite Pharma from 2019 to 2022, where she managed document control systems and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
Education and Expertise
Ileana Torres Acevedo holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras, which she completed from 1987 to 1992. She also pursued a master's degree in Counseling and Guidance at Universidad del Turabo, earning 28 credits from 2002 to 2003. Her expertise includes cGMP processes, risk assessments, and performance metrics management, along with certifications as a Yellow Belt in process improvement methodologies.
Background
With over 29 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Ileana Torres Acevedo has developed a robust background in quality assurance and compliance. Her career began at Amgen, where she held various positions from 1996 to 2014, including Quality Assurance Associate and Sr. QA Specialist. She later worked at AstraZeneca and Precigen, gaining extensive experience in quality assurance project management and compliance.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Ileana Torres Acevedo has played a significant role in technical transfers and new product introductions. She has led process improvement projects and continuous improvement initiatives, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing operational efficiency. Additionally, she has been involved in the startup, release, and internal audit of bulk and fill/finish building constructions, showcasing her expertise in managing complex quality assurance processes.