What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Chemist – Particle Engineering position at Agilent?
Description
Agilent Technologies is seeking a Production Chemist for its manufacturing facility in Newport, Delaware . The Newport site is part of Agilent’s growing Consumables and Supplies Division (CSD), with a focus on liquid chromatography products. Agilent’s product quality and technological innovation lead the market. As a leader, we are entering new phases of product transformation with increased emphasis on new product and process innovation, process standardization and production efficiency.
This is a high-visibility and growing product line where you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to one of Agilent's key consumables businesses. Plus, we embrace 6-Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies making for an engaging and rewarding mix of scientific discovery, process improvement, and employee growth and development.
Key responsibilities include working individually or as part of multi-discipline, cross-functional teams to :
Evolve existing chemistries and design new chemistries
Provide support for and / or represent the site on new product introduction projects
Scale existing chemistries in support for a rapidly growing line of liquid chromatography consumables
Lead project teams to develop and deploy product and process improvements, which include capital projects and continuous improvement projects
Support and actively pursue Lean, 6-Sigma, and Safety Improvement projects
Provide daily support for the production of silica-based packing for high-performance liquid chromatography columns
Resolve yield and scrap issues
Execute and support the Management of Change control process, determine the disposition of nonconforming product, and create and execute corrective and preventive action plans to improve safety and quality
Maintain SAP data accuracy (bills of materials, recipes)
Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters Degree in Chemistry, Material Science or equivalent
1 years of experience in a chemistry based working environment
Demonstrated technical and problem solving skills
Demonstrated communication skills; written, oral and listening
Demonstrated leadership skills
Computer and digital skills
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least February 26, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $79, - $123, 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 : 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 or contact 1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit
Travel Required : Occasional
Shift : Duration :
No End Date
Job Function : Manufacturing
Salary : $79 - $123
