Associate Manager, Process Development Engineer

Lifestyle Brands (the LSB) is a growing house of like-minded brands under the SC Johnson umbrella including Method, Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day, Babyganics and Ecover. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional operations in Chicago and throughout Europe, the LSB is home to 650 employees. Together we act as a force for bold, transformative growth with a focus on delivering positive impact for people and the planet. If you're into pioneering the future and doing good while doing business, come join us.

The LSB is part of SC Johnson, a family-owned company and leading manufacturer of household cleaning, home storage, air care, pest control and shoe care products, as well as professional products. Originally founded in 1886 and headquartered in Wisconsin, U.S.A., SC Johnson and the Lifestyle Brands division are at work for a better world.

This role will own the process development and scale-up of new products in our production network. Charged with owning the process development, this contributor ensures that our customers experience the same, intended product every time, regardless of where it was made. An eye for detail, a passion for manufacturing and love of formulation/process all will set this individual up for success.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a San Francisco office-based role. 1 day remote

• Execute the lab and pilot plant studies outlined in the process development plan to ensure the scalability, and robustness of formulas. Develop the process instructions and quality specs that will be used in production.

• Develop qualification plans, line trials, and equipment capability studies to ensure successful commercialization at internal and external manufacturing locations

• Conduct in-depth technical feasibility assessments of contract manufacturers/suppliers, including manufacturing capabilities, cost drivers, and quality systems

• Assist quality and supply planning teams to troubleshoot quality and/or production issues at manufacturing locations.

• Develop commercialization risk assessments ahead of scale-up to help ensure the right level of resource and time allocation (depending on product complexity and supply chain stability)

• Create quality specifications, process instructions, and formula specifications as well as ongoing management of data accuracy in a Project Lifecycle Management software (SAP)

• Participate on project teams, influencing short and long term project plans. Identify new product, cost, supply assurance and quality improvement opportunities

• Collaborate with Engineering and other groups to build the capabilities of and continuously strive to improve the operation, efficiency and capability of the site.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelors in Chemical Engineering /related field

• 5+ years experience with a focus on commercialization, qualification, and hands-on trouble-shooting in a manufacturing environment

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Proven experience and knowledge of process development, scale up and manufacturing best practices

• Knowledge of OTC/personal care process / manufacturing guidelines and requirements OR deep knowledge in laundry, solids blending and other household cleaning products processing

• Superior technical knowledge, attention to detail and ability to multi-task - we move fast!

• Highly effective communication skills- able to articulate ideas, voice constructive opinions

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe that being a team of diverse people with different ideas, views and cultures will help us and our business thrive. We are committed to ensuring everyone who works at the LSB feels that they have a real sense of belonging and that they can show up as who they are, be valued, listened to and supported to do their best possible work.

Sure, there's always more that can be done. But together with our team, partners, customers and community, we can make everyone welcome.

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

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