Associate Manager, Packaging Engineer

As the Associate, Manager, Packaging Engineer you will be executing & leading packaging development of commercialization projects for the North America Region. You will have the opportunity to lead packaging development for growth, business continuity, sustainability and cost saving projects, following the technical processes and procedures in place.

You will also ensure that technical deliverables are properly completed and you will also develop special pack to meet consumer/customer needs.

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support global RD&E for complex projects on primary pack development and qualification then localize and adopt primary pack according to North America needs.

• Lead & perform tests for both primary & secondary package components.

• Qualify developed methods/instructions in internal and external manufacturing sites by attending required trials.

• Lead packaging related key milestones to support cross functional team to build project timeline and participate in project meetings accordingly.

• Issue component specifications, product recipes and pallet patterns, etc.

• Support Product Data Management Team to build BOM in PLM system.

• Lead cross business packaging initiatives.

• Attend Technical Reviews and responsible for completing technical deliverables according to the Technical Review process

Required Skills / Experience / Competencies:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Packaging Engineering or related field and 5 years of related experience or an advanced degree in Packaging Engineering or related field and 3 years of related experience. 

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competencies:

• Proficiency in both written and spoken English

• Experience in Project Management in manufacturing/product development/purchasing/planning/distribution role

• Strong team player

• Ability to operate in a complex, non-structured environment

• Proactive, result driven and self-starter

• International experience and exposure an advantage.

• Mold related packaging development experience an advantage.

• Experience to interface, lead and build relationships with multiple levels and functions internal and external to the corporation

• Ability to motivate non-direct reports; keep teams working well together

• Possess clear and concise communication skills/collaboration skills, especially across countries; orchestrate effective meetings

• Fluency in English language, both verbal and written

Job Requirements:

• Full Time

• Core Business Hours

• 0-10% travel

• Office Environment

• Ability to lift 10 – 40 pounds

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