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.

As the Senior Associate, Formulator for our Home Fragrance category, you will be responsible for the development and qualification of new product formulations that support growth of our Glade® brand. This includes providing technical leadership on a range of project types, while assisting the evaluation of alternative technologies that may deliver consumer preferred benefits. You will participate on cross-functional teams and work under supervision performing tasks with an increasing level of independence, receiving coaching and guidance where needed. You will report into an RD&E Manager in Racine, WI.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bring curiosity and a bias for action to assigned projects, contributing technology solutions for new offerings that fulfil consumer unmet needs, and enable SCJ's business growth goals.


• Develop formulations that meet prioritized performance metrics informed by consumer, while achieving industry requirements for safety, quality, & claim support documentation.


• Stay abreast of emerging ingredient technologies for SCJ businesses, including sustainability, and support competitive assessments which inform portfolio strategy.


• Demonstrate competency in areas of material selection, product design, iterative prototyping, and performance characterization methods.


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


• Communicate technical concepts effectively with colleagues and stakeholders across functions (R&D, Design, Marketing, Marketing Research, and Product Supply), while expressing your viewpoint and recommendation, which will help unlock speed in execution.


• Make SCJ a great place to work. Demonstrate care for fellow employees, our community, and the environment, while working and maintaining safe lab & office spaces.


• Demonstrate ability to navigate ambiguity & uncertainty across range of development activity, applying creativity, critical thinking, and business acumen for informed decision making.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of science including Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering and a minimum of 4 years of relevant (i.e. formulation) experience OR a master's degree in chemistry with at least 2 years of relevant (i.e. experience.)


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

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• An awareness of regulatory processes (i.e., EPA registrations), intellectual property strategies, and ability to evaluate the environmental impact of raw materials.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite software & related computer skills.


• Knowledge of NPD commercialization processes, including experience with material specification development & management (SAP based system or similar).


• Experience in formulation chemistries (emulsions, gels, polymers, surfactants, solvents, etc.) and/or delivery system designs (aerosols or device technologies, etc.).


• Application of key product development approaches and tools such as consumer research methods, design of experiments, and FMEA to deliver on product design requirements.


• Familiarity with hazardous or flammable material handling and transportation requirements.


• Strong communicator with experience presenting ideas with courage and conviction to business stakeholders.


• Familiar with eCommerce product design requirements & classifications.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• This role is eligible for domestic relocation.


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

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.

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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.