Process Chemist

10h10 hours ago

Agilent Technologies

Folsom, US · Full-time · $132,851 – $207,580

About this role

Execute and oversee complex laboratory work primarily with GC and complementary techniques including LC, LCMS, and GCMS to enable timely customer-focused decision making in a manufacturing environment.

Provide on-floor real-time troubleshooting while prioritizing work to meet manufacturing schedules and deliver right-first-time resolution of analytical questions through statistically sound experiments and DOE.

Partner cross-functionally with QC, QA, R&D, MSAT, and Global Operations to align analytical strategy with product requirements and lead complex investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies.

Drive continuous improvement of chromatography capability and provide technical leadership through mentoring while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements including good documentation practices.

Requirements

Degree (BS) in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Materials Science or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
8+ years of hands-on experience with gas chromatography (GC) and liquid chromatography (HPLC/UHPLC) including troubleshooting and validation.
Broad working knowledge of analytical techniques and detectors (e.g., MS, UV, FID, ECD) with ability to select fit-for-purpose approaches.
Strong hands-on expertise in polymer/monomer synthesis and formulation within an industrial or pilot/manufacturing environment.
Proven ability to lead complex investigations and translate analytical data into clear actionable technical recommendations.
Strong technical writing skills with experience authoring protocols, validation documentation, and investigation reports.
Demonstrated commitment to laboratory safety, quality systems, and data integrity.

Responsibilities

Execute and oversee complex laboratory work primarily GC with complementary LC, LCMS, and GCMS techniques to support manufacturing decisions.
Provide on-floor and real-time troubleshooting prioritizing work to meet manufacturing schedules and ensure right-first-time resolution.
Design and execute statistically sound experiments including DOE, interpret complex datasets, and communicate risk-based recommendations.
Lead process performance evaluations, robustness studies, and root cause analysis supporting deviations, CAPA, and lifecycle improvements.
Lead complex investigations related to manufacturing events and customer complaints applying structured problem-solving methodologies.
Drive continuous improvement of chromatography capability including equipment performance, preventative maintenance, and method robustness.
Author, review, and approve technical documentation such as protocols, validation reports, deviations, and change controls ensuring data integrity.