Principal Scientist Glad Product Formulation

The Clorox Company; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer products company is seeking a Principal Scientist in Product Formulation to lead the technical development and innovation for their Glad products. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and driving product and process improvements. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in formulation and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. This is a full-time position based in Willowbrook, IL, with a hybrid work arrangement.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) with company match

Flexible time off benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in product or process development.
• Experience in plastic film extrusion or chemical formulation.
• Ability to scout and assess external technologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical formulation development for product innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project execution.
• Lead technical testing to validate product performance.

Skills

Product Development

Formulation Expertise

Sensory Science

Technical Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

Your role at Clorox:

As a Principal Scientist in Product Formulation, you will play a crucial role in driving the technical formulation development, technology scouting and scale-up of Glad products. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, supply chain, and regulatory, to bring innovative ideas to life.

Your work will span new product innovation, actives formulation (fragrances, slurries, encapsulated materials, etc.) and claims improvements, optimization, cost savings, and sustainability.

This position will be located in our Willowbrook, IL office, and the individual will be expected to be in the office 3 days a week. Relocation assistance will be offered.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Brand, Insights and R&D Innovation leads to identify and recommend a pipeline of technical discoveries that enable innovation concepts
• Serve as a formulation expert and lead technical development on innovation and executional projects. Ensure seamless integration with process development and scale up technology.
• Develop and create robust project plans for scaling up new and improved products and processes driven by consumer insights.
• Collaborate closely with R&D peers, as well as marketing, sales, supply chain, and regulatory teams involved in development.
• Leverage internal and external expertise, along with digital tools, to tackle cutting-edge technical problems.
• Identify, select, and apply formulation technology from inside and outside sources to deliver against consumer and customer needs.
• Lead the design and execution of technical testing to validate product performance, including developing new test methods, sensory evaluations and demos.
• Analyze and interpret data to drive technical understanding, meet project targets, and make recommendations that drive efficiency and manage risk.
• Track external industry technology development and trends to incorporate into business growth plans.
• Collaborate with supply chain and engineering teams to ensure successful start-ups and influence future capabilities.
• Work closely with domestic and international suppliers and manufacturers to provide innovative solutions and identify process improvements.
• Travel expected around 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Science or Engineering required.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in product or process development in consumer products, plastic film extrusion or chemical formulation. Experience in Sensory Science, Fragrance development.
• Proficiency in navigating IP and claims.
• Have the ability to scout and assess external technologies
• High energy, positive drive, and commitment to setting and meeting aggressive goals.
• Strong technical curiosity and creative problem-solving skills with a record of implemented innovative technical solutions.
• Critical thinking to adapt to formulation and manufacturing challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to influence others and encourage team direction.
• Capability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a timely manner.
• Effective leadership to work in a collaborative team environment.

Location & Work Arrangement

This position will be located in our Willowbrook, IL office, and the individual will be expected to be in the office 3 days a week. Relocation assistance will be offered.

We value diversity and inclusion

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives here.

Compensation & Benefits

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. We offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. The applicable salary range for this role is Zone B: $117,400 - $231,200. All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.

Application Information

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 recruiter via unsolicited texts.

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