Manna Yang
About Manna Yang
Manna Yang is a Quality Assurance Supervisor at Octapharma Plasma, Inc., with over a decade of experience in the plasma pharmaceutical industry. She specializes in Quality Management Systems, quality control, and compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices.
Work at Octapharma Plasma
Manna Yang has been serving as a Quality Assurance Supervisor at Octapharma Plasma, Inc. since 2019. In this role, she focuses on implementing and improving Quality Management Systems (QMS) to ensure compliance with industry standards. Her responsibilities include conducting both internal and external audits to maintain quality assurance protocols. Yang's expertise in current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and blood therapeutic manufacturing is integral to her position. She has developed strong quality cultures within her team, emphasizing the importance of quality control and validation processes.
Previous Experience at Grifols USA, LLC
Prior to her current role, Manna Yang worked at Grifols USA, LLC as a Quality Assurance Manager from 2009 to 2018. During her nine years at Grifols, she gained extensive experience in quality management, focusing on the implementation of quality systems and compliance with regulatory requirements. Yang was involved in managing non-conformance and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) processes, which are critical for maintaining product quality and safety in the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience at Vesta, a Lubrizol Company
Manna Yang worked as a Quality Inspector at Vesta, a Lubrizol Company, from 2018 to 2019. In this role, she was responsible for ensuring product quality through rigorous inspection processes. Her experience at Vesta contributed to her overall expertise in quality control and validation, further enhancing her skills in the plasma pharmaceutical industry.
Education and Expertise
Manna Yang studied at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she focused on Business Organizations and Communication from 2006 to 2022. Her educational background has provided her with a solid foundation in organizational management and effective communication, both of which are essential in her quality assurance roles. Yang possesses specialized knowledge in deviation and non-conformance reporting and tracking, as well as familiarity with CMM and ISO 13485 systems, which are vital for maintaining quality standards in the pharmaceutical sector.
Industry Experience and Specializations
With over a decade of experience in the plasma pharmaceutical industry, Manna Yang specializes in quality management and assurance. Her expertise includes conducting viral testing and disease reporting, which are critical components of ensuring the safety and efficacy of blood products. Yang's strong background in managing quality systems and her focus on developing quality cultures within teams have made her a valuable asset in her field.