Job Description

Agilent is expanding on its oligonucleotide manufacturing capabilities with a new, purpose-built facility, designed to support the growing demand and innovation in therapeutic development— and we’re looking for Manufacturing Associates to help bring it to life!

As part of the initial startup team, you’ll play a key role in commissioning, qualifying, and validating new equipment and systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to help establish the foundation of a world-class manufacturing operation and contribute to building and training future team members.  We value employees who can quickly learn on the job, proactively anticipate and resolve manufacturing or delivery challenges, and consistently uphold the highest standards of quality.
This is a hands-on, high-impact position ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys solving complex problems, and wants to be part of something transformative.

Key Responsibilities

• Support commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) of new manufacturing equipment and systems.

• Manufacture oligonucleotide APIs in a GMP-regulated environment.

• Assist with tech-transfer and scale-up of new processes from Technical Services to Manufacturing.

• Operate and maintain lab instruments such as spectrophotometers, conductivity meters, and auto-pipettors.

• Write and revise SOPs and other documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with Engineering, Validation, and Quality teams to resolve technical issues and support documentation (CAPAs, deviations, change controls).

• Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot critical process equipment.

• Help establish best practices and training materials for future team members.

Work Schedule

Candidates must be willing to work a day shift, following a standard schedule of 5x8 (Monday–Friday, 8 am–5 pm) during training. After this period, they will transition to a night shift based on the business's needs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years of experience in pharmaceutical or GMP manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with oligonucleotide synthesis, HPLC, UFDF, and lyophilization is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and safety protocols.
• Excellent documentation, math, and troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanically inclined and comfortable working with complex equipment.
• Experience in a chemical processing facility/PSM regulated environments/ clean room environments, or FDA-regulated manufacturing highly desired.
• Demonstrated commitment to Agilent’s core values: uncompromising integrity, trust, respect, teamwork, focus, speaking up and accountability.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least July 9, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $31.92 - $49.88/hr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

No

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

Manufacturing