Joel Reynolds
About Joel Reynolds
Joel Reynolds serves as the Director of Quality Supplier Quality Management at Kite Pharma, overseeing quality and regulatory compliance for multiple subsidiaries. He has extensive experience in quality assurance and regulatory affairs across various organizations in the healthcare sector.
Work at Kite Pharma
Joel Reynolds has served as the Director of Quality - Supplier Quality Management at Kite Pharma since 2019. In this role, he oversees the quality and regulatory compliance systems for the organization. His responsibilities include ensuring that suppliers meet the necessary quality standards and regulatory requirements. Kite Pharma is known for its focus on innovative cancer therapies, and Reynolds plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of its supply chain.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before joining Kite Pharma, Joel Reynolds accumulated extensive experience in quality assurance across various organizations. He worked at Generate Life Sciences as the Director of Quality and Regulatory Affairs from 2016 to 2019. Prior to that, he held positions at Immucor, Inc. as a Senior Quality Auditor and at Dendreon as a Quality Assurance Associate II. His tenure at the American Red Cross included roles as a Quality Assurance Associate II and QC/Product Technician, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of quality management systems.
Educational Background and Certifications
Joel Reynolds earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Science from Idaho State University. He is certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) since August 23, 2005. Additionally, he holds a Certified Quality Auditor certification from the American Society for Quality (ASQ), which he obtained on December 3, 2011. These qualifications support his expertise in quality management and regulatory compliance.
Career Timeline and Roles
Joel Reynolds has a diverse career spanning multiple roles in the healthcare and quality assurance sectors. He began his career as a Laboratory Technician at ARUP Laboratories from 2002 to 2004. He then transitioned to the American Red Cross, where he worked in various capacities until 2010. After that, he held positions at Immucor, Inc. and Dendreon before moving to Grifols as a Regional Quality Manager from 2014 to 2016. His extensive experience has equipped him with a broad skill set in quality management.