Formulation Manager

12 hours ago


San Francisco, California, United States SC Johnson Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Associate Manager to join our Formulation team at SC Johnson. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for formulating and commercializing sustainable and cost-effective products.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop new formulations and line extensions using green chemistry tools that meet our consumer and technical objectives.
  • Conduct related performance and stability studies to ensure products deliver on quality, on budget, and on the product experience.
  • Work with project teams to understand project criteria and build plans for developing new products, executing line extensions, and enabling cost savings.
  • Develop and support compelling, consumer-noticeable claims for our products, conduct competitive analysis studies, and collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop label copy, graphics, usage instructions, and claims substantiation.
  • Develop test methodologies to support product development and quality assurance/control activities, assist QA team with physical standard production and maintenance.
  • Utilize SAP/PLM to manage product setup, product specifications, documentation, and enable global collaboration.
  • Work independently in the lab and help maintain lab hygiene, lab safety, processes, and documentation.
  • Work with suppliers to evaluate sustainable chemistries through testing and timely feedback, iterative material improvements, and incorporation into products.
  • Continually assess and upgrade formulation capabilities, including technical knowledge base, test methods, and formulation skills.
  • Communicate effectively in project settings and provide timely updates to the team on progress, developments, risks, and opportunities.
Requirements
  • 5+ years' experience in formulation/product development in personal/home care or food industry OR 3+ years with an advanced degree.
  • 5+ years of formulation lab experience.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetics, or related fields.
  • Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Understanding of SAP and PLM data management systems.
  • Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Experience with Home Care products.
About SC Johnson

SC Johnson is 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.

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

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 or email your request to All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.


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