Chemist Formulation Specialist

1 week ago

Racine, Wisconsin, United States SC Johnson Full time
Job Title: Associate Manager, Chemist

SC Johnson is a leading global manufacturer of household and professional products. We are seeking an experienced Associate Manager, Chemist to join our team in [Location].

About the Role:

The Associate Manager, Chemist will be responsible for the development of new insecticide formulations designed with superior consumer benefits. This role will involve the implementation of a technology roadmap, implementation of advanced laboratory capabilities, new formulation development, development of intellectual property, and external partner engagement.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Drive implementation of science technology roadmap for advancements in formulation and delivery system
  • Investigate and evaluate different non-traditional actives
  • Investigate and evaluate new delivery systems (example membranes, gels, etc)
  • Drive development of lab methods to evaluate the performance of our products leading to compelling consumer claims
  • Engage with governmental, academic and trade associations to stay on top of latest regulatory and technical advancements for insecticide products
  • 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
  • Influence and collaborate effectively with co-workers and external partners to advance SC Johnson's Insecticide Science capabilities
  • Develop and deliver formulations and technologies to be applied to global insecticide portfolio
  • Identify and apply leading technologies in adjacent industries - requires maintaining state of the art formulation research knowledge
  • Act as technical lead for select safer efficacy formulation technology projects, ensuring appropriate rigor, assessing technical risk, and managing key development milestones and project budgets meeting the end-to-end technical project deliverables
  • Develop quality and specification processes for performance aspects of safer efficacy and insecticides
  • Integrate entomology studies into formulation to develop effective products
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Engineering or related science and 5 years of relevant work experience OR Advanced Degree and at least 3 years of relevant work experience
  • Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred Experiences and Skills:
  • Advanced degree in Chemistry or Engineering
  • Five years of formulation experience
  • Demonstrated track record of developing and commercializing consumer-preferred solutions
  • Understanding of the functional properties, proper use, and the environmental impact of common skin care formulation ingredients
  • Scientific aptitude & curiosity, and the ability to solve technical problems related to formulation
  • Provide innovative ideas and knowledge with a high degree of integrity, speed, and a results-oriented approach
  • Knowledge of the product development process and experience related to various formulation and delivery system technologies related to products (e.g., aerosol and trigger formulation, emulsion chemistry, gel formulation, membrane technology, surfactants, solvents, builders)
  • Experience in insecticide industry, and familiarity with pest control products
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate accurately and concisely to multiple levels within the company
  • Experience with formulating green and sustainable chemistries
  • Background in insecticide efficacy testing across flying and crawling insects
Job Requirements:
  • Full-Time
  • Office, Lab and Pilot Plant work environment
  • Remote work available once a week for eligible employees
  • Ability to lift pounds
  • Travel up to 10%
  • This role is not eligible for relocation
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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