Senior Associate, Formulation Chemist

4 days ago

Racine, Wisconsin, United States SC Johnson Full time

About the Role

The Senior Associate, Formulation Chemist is part of our exciting North America Pest Control Business Unit If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment leading new breakthroughs and has a track history of driving growth, check out the opportunity below

In this role, you will lead a variety of functions related to the formulation, labeling, and consumer acceptability of our products to meet the growing North American Insecticide business for SC Johnson. You will develop new products, line extensions, and lead technology advancements which result in consumer preferred benefits.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop innovative formulations to satisfy market needs or improve the performance of existing insecticide products.
  • Meet internal ingredient standards and industry best practices for safety, scientific significance, accuracy, and recordkeeping.
  • Conduct performance testing & draft technical bridging rationale to support claims.
  • Optimize formulation ingredients to manage costs and availability of ingredients for intended function.
  • Monitor stability testing, including first production run stabilities, and maintain records thoroughly and concisely compliant with good laboratory practices.
  • Prepare samples and track documentation for stability, micro-challenge, toxicological, clinical, and performance testing. Coordinate outside testing with appropriate resources as required.
  • Meet with chemical suppliers to be aware of new raw materials and the possible second sourcing of raw materials to meet cost objectives.
  • Review trade publications and other industry news sources for raw material information, regulatory updates, and educational opportunities.
  • Investigate new raw materials and technologies through laboratory experimentation, record findings, and suggest applications.
  • Generate data, analyze data, and draw conclusions to make recommendations as to the formulation's suitability for various applications.
  • Prepare and/or coordinate preparation of sales samples as needed for photography, trade shows, etc.
  • Adhere to and communicate project milestones and launch time deadlines.
  • Input data requirements in SAP with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Be present for pilot batches and first production runs as necessary depending on formulation and contract manufacturer capabilities.
  • Work closely with cross-functional team members on ensuring quality scale up of laboratory formulas to pilot plant and full production.

Required Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or other related science and a minimum of 4 years of experience in the consumer products industry or master's degree with at least 2 years relevant work experience.
  • Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Experiences and Skills

  • Possess an understanding of regulatory processes (i.e., EPA registration experience or equivalent).
  • Knowledge of the product development process and experience related to various formulation and delivery system technologies related to products (e.g., aerosol formulation, emulsion chemistry, gel formulation, polymer chemistry, reaction products, surfactants, solvents, builders).
  • Understanding of the functional properties and the environmental impact of ingredients.
  • Provide innovative ideas and knowledge with a high degree of integrity, speed, and a results-oriented approach.
  • Explore new technologies and materials, which may have application for product lines and ability to design experiments to evaluate the performance attributes of products.
  • Scientific curiosity and the ability to solve technical problems related to formulation and manufacturing.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate accurately and concisely to multiple levels within the company.
  • Proficient computer skills - will be required to become competent in the use of PLM (SAP based product management system).

Job Requirements

  • Full time
  • Up to 5% travel
  • Ability to lift 10 - 40 pounds
  • This role is eligible for domestic relocation
  • 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.

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.

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