Kevin Cross
About Kevin Cross
Kevin Cross is a Quality Control Senior Manager specializing in Microbiology at Kite Pharma, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in quality control and microbiology, having held various positions at notable companies including Pfizer, Bayer HealthCare, and BioMarin.
Work at Kite Pharma
Kevin Cross has served as the Quality Control Senior Manager for Microbiology at Kite Pharma since 2020. In this role, he has contributed to the implementation of Rapid Microbiological Methods (RMM) and established Environmental and Utility Monitoring programs. He has led the transition from start-up to Pre-Approval Inspection (PAI) and commercialization. Additionally, he has represented the QC Microbiology team in global working teams to achieve global quality objectives. Cross has also interacted with regulatory agency agents during on-site audits, ensuring compliance and quality standards are met.
Previous Experience in Quality Control
Before joining Kite Pharma, Kevin Cross held various positions in quality control across several organizations. He worked at Pfizer as a Quality Investigations Manager from 2018 to 2020 and as a Biological Quality Principal Scientist from 2013 to 2018. His earlier roles include serving as a QC Associate at Bayer HealthCare and as a QC Chemistry Investigator at Validant. He also worked as a Biological Quality Investigator at Oxford Global Resources and as a Senior Analyst QC In-Process at BioMarin for eight years.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Cross earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology from the University of California, Davis, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in microbiological principles, which he has applied throughout his career in quality control and microbiology. His expertise includes implementing quality systems, leading teams, and driving operational excellence within laboratory settings.
Leadership and Team Development
At Kite Pharma, Kevin Cross has provided leadership and management to the QC Microbiology Environmental Monitoring staff. He has focused on training and career coaching, fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. His efforts include championing Lean Lab implementation, which aims to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the quality control processes.