Organic Chemist – Polymer & Silica Particle Manufacturing

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Organic Chemist – Polymer & Silica Particle Manufacturing

We are seeking an Organic Chemist to join our manufacturing centre of excellence based in Church Stretton, on the outskirts of Shrewsbury, Shropshire.

This is an opportunity to join an expanding technical team demonstrating marketing leading quality and innovation in the production of liquid chromatography, peptide synthesis and clinical and diagnostics consumables for a rapidly growing Biopharmaceuticals market sector.

Working on site within the technical team you will have the ability to make a real difference to one of Agilent’s most prominent consumables businesses.  As an organisation we have embraced 6-sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies making for an engaging and rewarding mix of scientific discovery, process improvement and employee growth and development.

You will be working as part of a multi-discipline, cross-functional team and your key responsibilities will include:

• Work with production teams to analyse and troubleshoot existing production methods
• Identify, design and implement production efficiency improvements
• Scale existing processes to be able to meet rapidly growing market demands
• Produce validation reports and statistical analysis that document process changes
• Connect with industrial trends and new technologies to determine how these can integrate into existing processes to give competitive advantage
• Represent the local team as part of global, cross disciplined project teams on new product introductions 
• Execute and support Management of Change control processes, determine the disposition of non-conforming materials, and create and execute preventative action plans to improve safety and quality.

About Church Stretton

Church Stretton is in the heart of the south Shropshire Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, within easy reach of Shrewsbury, Telford, Wolverhampton and Hereford. The area offers a high quality of life with excellent outdoor recreation opportunities. With affordable housing below the national average while local schools outperform the UK average.

The successful candidate can expect a fun place to work, exposure to new technologies and good career progression prospects. In addition, the things we value is work life balance, encouraging people to leave work when they should.

Qualifications

We are looking for a motivated individual with the following background:

• University Degree in Organic / Polymer Chemistry or equivalent
• Hands on laboratory experience in process optimisation, scale up and technology deployment around organic and/or polymer chemistry.
• Any project management experience would be a strong plus
• Proficiency in data analysis statistical tools and software is desired
• Experience of working in the Chemical Process industry and relevant tools (HAZOP, HAZID, Risk Assessment) would an advantage
• Knowledge of Comprehensive Quality System would be preferable

On a personal level, you are rigorous, eager to learn and able to adapt to different working methods/environments. You also have great communication skills to interact with both internal and external partners. You enjoy both working within a team and autonomously. You are also capable of taking ownership and leading a variety of projects. Finally, you possess a continuous improvement and digital mindset.

What we offer

• Outstanding company culture
• Career development opportunities
• Company pension scheme, yearly company bonus, private health care, stock purchase plan, medical & life insurance…
• A position within an international organisation, offering a dynamic working environment, with exciting challenges and opportunities

You will become part of a company that works according to these values:
We move life sciences and diagnostics forward, care about the needs of our customers and strive to ensure people are treated consistently, fairly and with respect. We deliver effective life science and diagnostic solutions valued by our customers.

We will make sure you get all the training and development opportunities you need to become the best in your field!

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.

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 opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

• Travel Required: Occasional
• Shift: Day
• Duration: No End Date
• Job Function: Manufacturing