Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Histologist to join the Biochemical Production (BCP) team in Carpinteria. As a key member of OFS, you will join a small team responsible for control cell line production and QC tissue bank maintenance. The team works closely with other manufacturing and QC groups to meet production targets and complete continuous improvement initiatives.  

Carry out Microtomy in support of diagnostic product development and production.  

Perform IHC staining procedures as part of in-process quality control testing.  

Work closely with Planning and Finish Production to efficiently schedule and complete Histology orders to support pilot and commercial cancer diagnostic kit productions.  

Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, intermediates and QC materials to ensure adequate supply of production materials. Utilize SAP as needed for creation/closure of production batches, material transactions, and other SAP production work. 

Maintain Operations Histology Lab and perform all tasks adhering to good manufacturing practices (GMP).  

Responsible for routine/daily preventative maintenance/cleaning of Histology equipment when in use.  

Independently fill production orders and tissue requests as needed to support ongoing production needs.

Schedule production batches with correct lead times. Support as needed of all CCL intermediate forecasts and orders. Communicates production issues as well as active involvement in finding solutions. Subject matter expert to find potential issues and improvements to production processes. Ability to make document updates within AGILE for revisions, and non-conformance reporting. Represent Histology department in various cross-functional initiatives. 

Create and revise technical procedures, SOPs, forms and similar as needed.  

Keep training records up to date.  

Participate in technology validation when required.  

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Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's Degree or equivalent.

Post-graduate, certification, and/or license may be required.

2+ years prior lab and histology experience from educational institution or professional experience.

Experience participating and/or owning continuous projects and initiatives preferred.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least June 19, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $32.84 - $51.31/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 Affirmative Action employer. We value diversity 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 diversity in the workplace 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 job_posting@agilent.com 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