Adam Ridgeway
About Adam Ridgeway
Adam Ridgeway is a Senior Validation Engineer with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, currently working at Kite Pharma since 2019. He has held various validation roles at notable companies, including Shire, Johnson & Johnson, and Genentech, and possesses expertise in GMP/GDP compliance and validation support during FDA submissions.
Work at Kite Pharma
Adam Ridgeway currently serves as a Senior Validation Engineer at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2019. He works in El Segundo, California, contributing to the company's commitment to developing innovative cancer therapies. His role involves ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and overseeing validation processes critical to the production of biopharmaceuticals.
Previous Experience in Validation Engineering
Prior to his current role, Adam Ridgeway accumulated extensive experience in validation engineering across various companies. He worked at Shire as a Senior Validation Engineer for 11 months in Los Angeles, California. He also held positions at Baxalta, ValSource, LLC, and PSC Biotech, where he focused on facilities, utilities, and equipment validation, as well as cleaning validation.
Educational Background
Adam Ridgeway studied at Lewis University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry from 2005 to 2010. He also attended Western Illinois University and graduated from Grayslake High School. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in validation engineering and compliance.
Expertise in Validation and Compliance
Adam Ridgeway has developed significant expertise in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Distribution Practices (GDP) compliance. He is skilled in cleaning validation and has provided validation support during FDA submissions and approvals. His proficiency includes developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and implementing change control processes, which are essential for maintaining regulatory compliance.
Career Progression and Roles
Throughout his career, Adam Ridgeway has held various roles that have contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Cleaning Validation Consultant at Johnson & Johnson and as a Validation Technician and Scientist at CSL Behring. His diverse experience in validation engineering has equipped him with the skills necessary to lead and coordinate validation activities for large-scale projects.