Quality Control Specialist at Agilent Technologies in Santa Clara, California

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Job Description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek ---- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

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Primary responsibility is processing and testing of DNA samples. Samples will include routine production samples as well as development and R&D samples. The role requires use of multiple instruments many of which are controlled by a computer interface. Delicate handling and transfer of small samples is required including pipetting small volumes. The role will require processing production samples, conducting tests, experiments and/or problem resolution associated with products or processes/systems.

Must be able to follow techniques and process procedures in operating equipment in a production and quality control lab. Must be able to work with production personnel and scientists and follow directions and communicate well. Must be organized and detailed oriented to coordinate testing and ensure accurate processing and results.

Shift: Day shift Sun- Tue/Wed 4:45AM - 5:15PM PT

Travel Required
No

Schedule
Full-time

Shift
Day Shift

Duration
Not applicable

Job Type
Experienced

Job Function
Manufacturing




Option to Work Remote
No

Qualifications

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience or associate or higher degree for entry to this level.


• Ability to run analytical instruments


• Sufficient dexterity and physical capabilities to manually pipet accurately in small volumes using pipets and small tubes


• Must be able work in a quality lab using appropriate personal protective equipment including latex gloves.


• Basic computer skills - Excel, Word and general interface with computers.

Preferred

• Experience with PCR testing


• Experience with pipetting in very small volumes


• Experience with LCMS, HPLC, GC or similar instruments


• Advanced computer skills and demonstrated use of a computer interface to run equipment or instruments.


• Bachelors degree in a related discipline

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