Héctor Torres Bs, MBA
About Héctor Torres Bs, MBA
Héctor Torres is a QC Microbiology Manager at QuVa Pharma, Inc., with an MBA in Quality Management and extensive experience in microbiology and quality control across various pharmaceutical companies. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and possesses comprehensive knowledge of international pharmacopeias, contributing to his expertise in regulatory submissions and microbial testing.
Work at QuVa Pharma
Héctor Torres serves as the QC Microbiology Manager at QuVa Pharma, Inc., a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees quality control processes related to microbiology, ensuring compliance with industry standards. His responsibilities include managing microbial limit analysis and methods development for solid oral dosage drugs. Torres's expertise in international pharmacopeias, including USP, EP, BP, and JP, supports his role in maintaining high-quality standards within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Héctor Torres earned a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from Interamerican University, where he studied from 1990 to 1996. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA in Quality Management from Turabo University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2009. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his managerial expertise in quality control and assurance, particularly in the microbiology field.
Background
Before joining QuVa Pharma, Héctor Torres accumulated extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry. He worked at Amgen Manufacturing as a QC Senior Associate in the Microbiology Lab from 2005 to 2014. His career also includes roles at Abbott Laboratories, where he served as a Microbiology Associate Scientist and Laboratory Technician. Additionally, he held positions at Pacira Pharmaceuticals, SCA Pharmaceuticals, and Pharmacia, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of microbiological quality control.
Achievements in Quality Control
Throughout his career, Héctor Torres has developed a strong reputation as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the QC-Sterility Microbiology Lab. His focus includes non-sterile microbial examination testing, environmental monitoring, and bioburden tests. He has also supported regulatory submissions, demonstrating his ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. Torres has extensive experience in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Compliance Assessment Status Reports, ensuring alignment with corporate quality and regulatory agencies.
Bilingual Communication Skills
Héctor Torres is fully bilingual in English and Spanish, which enhances his ability to communicate effectively in diverse work environments. This skill allows him to collaborate with a broader range of colleagues and stakeholders, facilitating better teamwork and understanding in the pharmaceutical industry.