Senior Associate, Packaging Engineer

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.

We are looking for a skilled Senior Associate, Packaging Engineer to design, develop, and optimize packaging solutions for our diverse range of international consumer products. As the Senior Associate, Packaging Engineer, you will have a strong background in packaging design, materials science, and manufacturing processes, with a passion for innovation, profit margin improvement and sustainability. This role offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver packaging solutions that meet both functional requirements and aesthetic standards while minimizing consumer experience differences/environmental impact.

You will be responsible for the technical development of product packaging. You will design and commercialize new products/packages, line-extensions, and lead technical tasks related to different business needs driven by organizational and market requirements. You will participate in global cross-functional teams, providing technical expertise to ensure that the key project objectives are present, applicable, and robust. You are expected to concurrently manage multiple project elements and a variety of project activities with shifting priorities. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and apply new and existing packaging technologies towards the development of innovative new products and the enhancement of existing products and lead the packaging development of commercialization projects for International Consumer Business.

• Research and evaluate materials and components for the development of cost-effective, high-quality packaging solutions that consumers find appealing without impacting their experience with the products, easy to use, and compelling to allow S.C. Johnson to win.

• Provide strong technical leadership within a global cross-functional team to drive the design and development of innovative new products or optimization of existing packages.  

• Design, coordinate, and complete performance and compatibility testing of packaging component changes.  

• Execute packaging development projects by creating and following effective project timelines and related success criteria to realize on-time project completion dates.  

• Collaborate with multifunctional core teams (R&D, Design, Marketing, Marketing Research, Procurement, Manufacturing and Supply Chain) to successfully identify, develop, and launch new products in an accelerated manner.  

• Lead evaluation of technical performance and stability of combined package and formula systems, collaborating closely with formulators and processing engineers throughout development.

• Generate robust packaging component specifications, finished good product specifications, and bills of materials. 

• Provide technical expertise and problem-solving skills to evaluate and correct package-related issues to maintain production schedules and product quality.  

• Utilize available external resources (patent literature, suppliers, etc.) to identify and recommend applicable new technologies to support the International Consumer Business.  

• Draft qualification plans for new packaging components, equipment modifications, and site moves. Plan and execute line trials at both internal and external manufacturing sites, author technical reports & documents.

• Lead the packaging conversation at Technical Reviews and be responsible for completing the technical deliverables including BOM setup, robust packaging component, validation test plans, and technical report on results.

• Documentation of specification reviews with cross-functional partners, line qualification plans, technical reports on results, and input on technical risks and mitigation plans.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s Degree in packaging engineering, packaging science or related field of engineering disciplines (e.g. Mechanical, Materials,) and at least 2 years of relevant work experience OR Masters’s Degree in packaging engineering, packaging science or related field of engineering disciplines (e.g. Mechanical, Materials).

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

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Proven technical competency in primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging design, and qualification (e.g., product/package compatibility, distribution/warehouse testing, and manufacturing qualification).

• Experience with various packaging disciplines such as aerosols and liquids packaging, dispensing systems, materials, closures, manufacturing line requirements, plastic molding techniques, and/or product/environment compatibility.

• Strong team player, Proactive, result-driven, and initiative-taker. Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written presentations, including effective storytelling to non-technical individuals.

• Experience with any of the following support systems such as PLM (Product Lifecycle Management), Microsoft Office Suite, CAPE, Winshuttle, and WebCenter.

• Knowledge of e-commerce packaging design & qualification, Special Packs, and the warehouse club class of trade. DOT Regulations related to the transportation of dangerous goods.

• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, including anticipation and communication of technical risks and mitigation plans.

• Experience directing the efforts of external vendors/consultants. 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Position is Full-Time, regular business hours, Monday-Friday

• Office work environment: Remote work available once a week for eligible employees

• Ability to lift 10 – 40 pounds

• Travel up to 15%

• This position is eligible for domestic relocation

BENEFITS AND PERKS

 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.

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.

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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.