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Are you interested in playing a pivotal role in cultivating a product line that has the promise to support breakthroughs in future therapeutic developments? Agilent Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Scientist for its growing life sciences manufacturing operation located in Folsom, California. Agilent's laboratory consumables business is an industry leader in innovation, market share and performance. Agilent is seeking energetic, motivated individuals with demonstrated skills in Manufacturing, quality, teamwork and communication.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience working in a fast-paced, high-throughput, leading-edge manufacturing facility, producing products used world-wide for ensuring quality and compliance in such areas as: diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, research and others.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Manufacturing of products in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and cGMP guidelines at pilot and production scales.
• Provide troubleshooting and support for biological manufacturing operations.
• Will work with process scientists and engineers to improve products, processes and components to meet agreed-upon objectives. May participate in projects to meet cost objectives and customer requirements.
• Supports and implements the transition of products and manufacturing processes from prototype to full production and through the entire life cycle of the product. Partners with procurement and technical services to improve/sustain products and processes.
• Participates in development projects requiring coordination with other functions and suppliers. Solves a broad range of problems varying in scope and complexity