Ruby Lady Mendoza
About Ruby Lady Mendoza
Ruby Lady Mendoza serves as a Senior Quality Control Specialist Lean Lead at Kite Pharma, with extensive experience in the biotechnology industry. She has held various roles in quality control and research and development, demonstrating strong leadership and expertise in analytical instrumentation and Lean Management Systems.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Ruby Lady Mendoza serves as the Sr. QC Specialist Lean Lead at Kite Pharma, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she focuses on quality control processes and leads initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency. Her responsibilities include implementing Lean Management Systems to streamline workflows and enhance productivity within the organization. Kite Pharma, located in El Segundo, California, specializes in cell therapy for cancer treatment.
Previous Experience in Quality Control
Prior to her current role, Ruby worked at Takeda as a Quality Control Supervisor from 2016 to 2020. She also held the position of Operational Leader at Takeda for 11 months in 2019. Her experience includes a two-year tenure at Shire as a Quality Control Analyst II from 2014 to 2016. Additionally, she worked at Amgen as a Clinical Quality Control/Assurance Associate from 2012 to 2014, contributing to her extensive background in quality assurance and compliance.
Educational Background in Chemistry
Ruby Lady Mendoza earned her Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Mathematics Applied Chemistry from the University of California, Riverside, completing her studies from 2002 to 2006. This educational foundation has equipped her with the analytical skills necessary for her roles in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Experience in Biotechnology Industry
Ruby has a strong history of working in the biotechnology sector, with roles that highlight her expertise in quality control and assurance. Her positions at companies such as Amgen, Takeda, and Shire demonstrate her specialized focus in this field. Her experience encompasses various aspects of quality management, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Ruby possesses advanced skills in using analytical instruments, including Gas Chromatography (GC), Ion Chromatography (IC), LECO, and Spectroscopy. Her expertise extends to Lean Management Systems, which focus on process optimization. Additionally, she has a strong background in Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Validation, ensuring that laboratory operations meet regulatory requirements.