Senior Processing Engineer, Pilot, L'Oreal Operations

L'Oreal USA, Inc; Clark (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K

Pension plan

Flexible time off

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Volunteer time

Summer Fridays

Job summary

L'Oreal USA, Inc in Clark, NJ is seeking a Senior Processing Engineer, Pilot - Corporate Operations to lead scale-up and process development for product launches. This role requires strong analytical and cross-functional leadership, with experience in chemical processing or pilot plant operations, and the ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing challenges in a fast-paced environment.

You will collaborate with Pilot Teams, Quality, Development, Packaging, and R&I, while ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Process development and scale-up experience for bench and pilot batches.
• Strong troubleshooting of chemical and process operations.
• Quality assurance documentation and safety/compliance knowledge.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead bench and pilot batch activities to ensure scale-up and product performance.
• Resolve complex chemical and process challenges.
• Manage QA documentation and ensure safe hazardous waste disposal.
• Partner with Pilot Teams, Process Experts, Quality, Development, Packaging, and R&I.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Adaptability

Chemical processing

Job description

Senior Processing Engineer, Pilot - Corporate Operations - Clark, NJ

Life is too short for a boring career, so build an extraordinary one with us. We believe your career should spark the same thrill and curiosity as your personal interests. Creativity drives everything we do, turning ideas into meaningful impact. With opportunities across brands, markets, and divisions, your growth knows no boundaries.

Who We Are

Join us at L'Oreal, the world's #1 beauty company present in over 150 markets. For over a century, we have been transforming; fueled by data, tech, innovation, and science. Together, we tackle big challenges while making sure we stay committed to making the world a more inclusive and a better place for everyone & our planet. At L'Oreal Operations, we create innovative, inclusive, and sustainable beauty together with our business partners by designing, developing, sourcing, manufacturing, and distributing over 6 billion products globally every year. We support over 36 brands across four L'Oreal divisions. We are consumer-oriented, and we act responsibly all along the value chain.

Our Senior Processing Engineer, Pilot will serve as a key technical expert driving manufacturing process development for product launches and reformulations.

• Process Development & Scale-Up: Lead bench and pilot batch activities to ensure seamless scale-up and robust product performance.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Solve complex chemical and process operations challenges.
• Quality & Compliance: Manage quality assurance documentation and ensure safe hazardous waste disposal.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Pilot Teams, Process Experts, Quality, Development, Packaging, and R&I.

We are looking for an experienced technical expert who thrives in agile environments and is eager to grow.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven project management and leadership abilities
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Adaptability to fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of chemical processing or pilot plant operations

What's In It For You

• A place for you to leave your comfort zone and grow beyond your potential (here, you'll be encouraged to try new things and take risks!)
• Real responsibility from day 1, there's no sitting on the sidelines at L'Oreal
• An environment where people of every ethnicity, social background, age, religion, gender and sexual orientation as well as people with disabilities are accepted, can speak up, will thrive and are celebrated!
• A place where you can contribute to something bigger! Many of our brands have societal/environmental causes to make concrete difference
• Base Salary Range: $77,400 - $110,300 (The actual compensation will depend on a variety of job-related factors which may include geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level)
• Competitive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Pension Plan)
• Flexible Time Off (Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Vacation Buy Program, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!)
• Access to Company Perks (VIP Access to L'Oreal's Internal Shop for Discounted Products, Monthly Mobile Allowance)
• Learning and Development Opportunities (Unlimited Access to E-learnings, Lunch & Learn Sessions, Mentorship Programs, & More!)
• Employee Resource Groups (Think Tanks and Innovation Squads)
• Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programs

At L'Oreal, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We're committed to guaranteeing inclusive recruitment processes and advocating for hiring and promoting each candidate in an ethical and equitable way. The Group strictly prohibits discrimination against any applicant for employment because of the individual's gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, visible and/or invisible disabilities, socio-economic and/or multicultural origins, health conditions, age, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law.