Associate Manager, Mechanical Engineer – Home Storage

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Associate Manager, Mechanical Engineer, you will contribute hands on as well as guide others in engineering activities associated with new product development. In this role, your primary focus will be the extrusion, compounding, pelletizing, powder handling/mixing, processing additives and coatings for plastics with an emphasis on sustainable substrates.  You will help identify and translate consumer needs into the design of products and associated processes to improve the user experience. You will work independently to execute on deliverables in alignment with operational direction from the Ziploc R&D leadership team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Engineer processes as part of the design of products and the way they are manufactured

• Lead outside design and manufacturing resources to assure the timely delivery of the internal project

• Coordinate with the efforts of the larger cross functional team to achieve project objectives

• Initiate cost savings/efficiency changes to delivery systems currently in market or in development

• Identify next generational materials and technologies that would benefit the business and sustainability goals

• Serve as a technical expert for food storage products, including containment methods, materials, closures, manufacturing line requirements, conversion techniques, and compatibility

• Qualify storage products through lab testing, line trials, and consumer testing

• Apply root cause analysis to identify product or conversion issues and recommend needed changes through detailed DOE, synthesis, and analysis

• May guide, train, or coach other junior professionals by using advanced scientific methods on quality processes and robust product specifications

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or other relevant engineering field and a minimum of 6 years of experience in the development and commercialization of consumer product goods, OR Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or other relevant engineering field with at least 4 years in the development and commercialization of consumer product goods  

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Experience working with extrusion methods, plastic processing sub-assemblies, and converting equipment.

• Experience with powder handling and mixing, compounding, pelletizing and extruding polymer films

• Experience working with design and manufacturing partners outside the organization

• Experience with development methods and tools, such as DOEs, to solve technical problems, and deliver claims

• Technical breadth and depth in product development and commercialization, global products experience, technology trends, competitive and IP landscape, systems, analytical test methods, sustainability, and leveraging external technologies

• Self-driven, results-oriented with a clear focus on high quality and timely delivery of objectives

• Natural forward planner who critically assesses own performance and is reliable, tolerant, determined, and empathic communicator

• Excellent communicator with track record of presenting ideas with courage and conviction

• Strong project management skills

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• This position will be located in our Bay City, MI office

• Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees

• Up to 10% travel

• Ability to lift 10 – 40 pounds

• This role is not eligible for relocation

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned

at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the position remains at-will.

Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.