Agilent Technologies

Refurbishment Center Manager

Agilent Technologies$111K — $174K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Proven leadership experience in manufacturing, production, service, refurbishment, or technical operations.
  • Strong skills in problem-solving, project management, and continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across teams.
  • Capacity to lead in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily operations of the Certified Pre-Owned refurbishment team.
  • Ensure safe and efficient refurbishment, testing, and release of instruments.
  • Manage production schedules and workforce planning to meet customer demand.
  • Drive operational performance metrics related to quality, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
  • Lead a team of technical experts in troubleshooting and repairing instruments.
  • Support resolution of complex technical issues and promote continuous learning.
  • Lead projects to introduce new products into the Certified Pre-Owned portfolio.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a variety of Agilent technologies.
  • Contribute to sustainability goals by extending product life cycles.
  • Engage in cross-functional collaborations that enhance operational efficiency.
  • Exposure to leading practices in refurbishment and product certification.
Full Job Description
Job Description

As the Refurbishment Production Manager, you will lead a team of highly skilled technical specialists who repair, configure, test, troubleshoot and certify a broad range of instruments across Agilent's portfolio. You will drive operational excellence, ensure adherence to Agilent quality standards, and deliver products that meet customer expectations for performance, reliability, and delivery.

This position offers unique exposure to a wide variety of Agilent technologies and requires close collaboration with global business units, engineering, supply chain, service, and operations teams to expand the Certified Pre-Owned portfolio, improve processes, and support Agilent's sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities

Production and Operational Leadership
  • Lead the day-to-day operations of the Certified Pre-Owned refurbishment team.
  • Ensure safe, efficient, and compliant refurbishment, testing, and release of instruments.
  • Manage production schedules, workforce planning, and capacity to meet customer demand and delivery commitments.
  • Drive operational performance through key metrics related to quality, productivity, delivery, and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure all refurbished instruments meet Agilent's Certified Pre-Owned quality standards and performance specifications.

Technical Leadership
  • Lead a team of technical experts responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, configuring, upgrading, and testing multiple instrument platforms across the Agilent portfolio.
  • Support resolution of complex technical issues and escalations.
  • Foster a culture of technical excellence, continuous learning, and knowledge sharing.
  • Partner with business units and engineering teams to incorporate product updates, configuration changes, and best practices into refurbishment processes.

Portfolio Expansion and Project Leadership
  • Lead projects to introduce new products and instrument configurations into the Certified Pre-Owned portfolio.
  • Drive process improvements that enhance quality, throughput, and customer experience.
  • Coordinate with global Certified Pre-Owned teams to balance capacity, share technical expertise, and standardize best practices.

People Leadership and Talent Development
  • Build technical depth through cross-training and succession planning.
  • Ensure workforce capabilities evolve to meet changing customer demand and portfolio growth.
  • Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and accountable team culture focused on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.


Why This Role Matters

The Refurbishment Production Manager directly contributes to Agilent's mission of advancing science while supporting the company's sustainability commitments. By leading the refurbishment and certification of analytical instruments, you will help customers access trusted Agilent technology, extend product life cycles, reduce environmental impact, and deliver meaningful value to laboratories around the world.

Your leadership will ensure Agilent continues to provide Certified Pre-Owned instruments that meet the same high standards of quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction that define the Agilent brand.

Qualifications

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Science, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in manufacturing, production, service, refurbishment, or technical operations.
  • Strong problem-solving, project management, and continuous improvement capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Ability to lead in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.

Preferred
  • Experience with Agilent instruments.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence methodologies.
  • Familiarity with regulated quality systems and product certification processes.
  • Experience with reverse logistics, material handling, and SAP ERP.


Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least September 10, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $111,840.00 - $174,750.00/yr 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: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Travel Required:
Occasional

Shift:
Day

Duration:
No End Date

Job Function:
Services & Support

About Agilent Technologies

Agilent Technologies is a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied chemical markets. With more than 50 years of insight and innovation, Agilent instruments, software, services, solutions, and people provide trusted answers to customers' most challenging questions. The company generated revenue of $5.34 billion in fiscal 2020 and employs 16,600 people worldwide.
Learn more about Agilent Technologies
Size
17,400 employees
Market Cap
$44.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$810 million
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+8.9%
Revenue
$5.5 billion
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