Senior Scientist

Company: Clorox
Location: Pleasanton
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Make your mark At Clorox, we build big brands that make everyday life better, every day. We value our differences, and challenge each other to think and act boldly. We try new things, succeed, fail and keep learning. We work hard, and have busy personal lives. And were all able to make a positive impact at Clorox, in our communities, and in the lives of millions of people who invite us into their homes. Make your mark and help us drive Good Growth growth that is profitable, sustainable and responsible. Job Overview/Summary We are looking for someone with innovative packaging experience to research, develop and recommend novel package solutions for current and new product formulas. You will be part of a high performing team, driving your projects, which will range from the creation of new and innovative products for discovery programs to developing new/improved products through the commercialization process for both growth and cost savings initiatives. Key Responsibilities As a Senior Scientist in Research and Development (R) you will be a part of a team responsible for driving packaging technical discovery and developmental work for cleaning and disinfecting products. You will help develop new packaging from concept to development, using technical leadership to translate end-user insights into package solutions. You will work on teams to develop products in close partnership with Product and Process peers, as well as marketing, sales, product supply and regulatory. Key Skills, Abilities and Experience Required 5+ years of development experience in the consumer products industry, primarily in a packaging development capacity. Education Level/Degree: BS in Mechanical, Chemical or Packaging Engineering or equivalent degree (ex. Material Science) Skills and Abilities: Ability to work independently and implement multiple projects in a timely manner.Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative team environment, both internal and external to Clorox.Strong technical curiosity and creative problem-solving skills with a record of innovative technical solutions implemented.Hands-on focus, sound technical judgement to influence team and business direction.Ability to identify, champion and adapt new technologies, tools and processes.Create prototypes to bring product solutions to life and test with consumer.Lead package development for new package solutions in design and execute against Technical Discovery objectives, leveraging end-user understanding and package expertise.Work closely with current and potential suppliers to identify and develop innovative solutions to meet objectives presented in projects. Required Education More about Research & Development (R) From concept to reality, our team is building the next generation of consumer products. R is a community of engineers, scientists, mechanical designers and packaging experts, who are actively involved in virtually every step in the lifecycle of our products from initial concept to raw materials to final goods on store shelves. Together we bring consumers innovative products that deliver superior value. More About Clorox The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) is a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer and professional products with approximately 8,800 employees worldwide and fiscal year 2020 sales of $6.7 billion. Clorox markets some of the most trusted and recognized consumer brand names, including its namesake bleach and cleaning products;Pine-Sol cleanersLiquid-Plumr clog removersPoett home care productsFresh Step cat litterGlad bags, wraps and containersKingsford charcoal Hidden Valley dressings and saucesBrita water-filtration products; Burt's Bees natural personal care productsRenewLife digestive health productsRainbow Light, Natural Vitality and NeoCell dietary supplements.The company also markets industry-leading products and technologies for professional customers, including those sold under the CloroxPro and Clorox Healthcare brand names. Nearly 80% of the company's sales are generated from brands that hold the No. 1 or No. 2 market share positions in their categories.Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiters via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.

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