Associate Manager, Packaging Engineer – International Consumer Brands (ICB), Pest Control

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

Are you ready to grow your expertise and make a meaningful impact in packaging innovation? SC Johnson has an exciting Packaging Engineer opportunity on the International Consumer Brands Pest Control team reporting to a Manager, R&D. This team is focused on strategic growth and as an Associate Manager, you will lead the development of consumer-centric packaging solutions that drive business success and environmental responsibility across the STEM, Pyrel, and Raid Essentials brands.

As part of a multi-disciplinary team of subject matter experts, you will play a pivotal role in the discovery, development, and qualification of new or revised packaging materials and products. You will lead the front end of packaging innovation, from concept to design freeze, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with market and sustainability goals.

As an Associate Manager, you will be challenged to remain current with emerging packaging technologies in relevant categories for SCJ’s strategic growth businesses. Additionally, you will be expected to participate in R&D’s internal Community of Practice and may have the opportunity to mentor, as well as knowledge sharing, with others.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide expertise in areas of package design, material selection, performance characterization methods, and iterative prototyping to support test and learn model of NPD

• Contribute packaging technology options that fulfill consumer needs through product design to enable SCJ’s business growth goals

• Lead outside vendors & design partners to ensure the timely delivery of project milestones, including prototype samples, product qualification and scale-up activities

• Collaborate with project manager and cross functional team to build project timeline, deliver key milestones, provide input on technical risks and mitigation plans

• Develop validation and line qualification plans, perform lab tests, and document results in technical reports

• Model R&D functional skills including effective communication, quality in design, regulatory compliance, product safety, and scientific rigor

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging or other relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Mechanical, Material Science, etc.) and 8+ years of packaging development experience, OR a master’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience

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

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Expertise in multiple packaging disciplines such as aerosols, rigid plastics, dispensing systems, flexible materials, closures, manufacturing line requirements and plastic molding techniques

• Proven record of project team contribution on complex technical challenges, including anticipation and communication of technical risks and mitigation plans

• Strategic thinking and action to effectively navigate complex and/or ambiguous situations

• Apply product development methods and tools such as prioritization matrices, value mapping, FMEA (Failure Mode Effects Analysis), and experimental design to deliver against aligned product performance criteria

• Excellent communicator with experience presenting ideas with courage and conviction to management

• Curious and action oriented to solve new problems, or find alternative solutions

• Ability to coach and mentor others

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• The position will be located at Sam’s campus in Mt. Pleasant, WI

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

• Available to attend calls/meetings across different time zone

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

• Travel up to 15% both domestic and international

• This position is eligible for domestic 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.