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I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.\nJob Description\nWith minimal supervision the individual will perform routine and critical manufacturing operations, including but not limited to work functions in Cell Culture and Purification areas. Operates production equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the production of commercial and/or clinical products. Will support or lead engineering and validation activities. Deputy to the Shift Supervisor, acting on Supervisor’s behalf when needed. The individual will deliver excellence in manufacturing processing and provide support in integrate best practices, where appropriate, into manufacturing.\nResponsibilities:\nPrimary responsibilities include:\nExecution of all routine and critical operations in both Upstream and Downstream or both Equipment Prep and Buffer Prep areas. 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