Technician, Glad R&D testing laboratory

The Clorox Company; Illinois; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Technician in the Glad R&D testing laboratory, where you will support product testing and innovation efforts. This role involves hands-on lab operations, continuous improvement, and inventory management. You will collaborate with scientists and engineers to bring new products to market, ensuring quality and efficiency in testing processes. The position requires a minimum of a 2-year degree and offers a dynamic work environment focused on growth and development.

Benefits

Robust health plans

401(k) program with company match

Flexible time off benefits

Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a testing lab environment.
• Experience in consumer product goods R&D or Quality testing lab.

Responsibilities

• Support product testing in the lab and pilot plant.
• Maintain laboratory controls and documentation.
• Manage inventories and order supplies.

Skills

Mathematical calculations

Data management Best Practices

Interpersonal skills

Education

Minimum 2 year degree

4 year degree preferred in technical/science field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

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 Technician in the Glad R&D testing laboratory, you will play a crucial role in the assessment and testing of products, plastic films and related products.

This position is responsible for supporting work within the Glad business unit. In this position you will evaluate product samples and assist scientists in the new product development process to bring innovation and product improvements to market that meet rising consumer demands. This role will focus on hands-on lab operations with some focus on continuous improvement and inventory management.

This position requires working in pilot plant & laboratory environments that will include moderate physical activity, working in a lab running test equipment, and interfacing with engineers on project and experimental study needs.

This position will be located in our Willowbrook, IL R&D Lab, and the individual will be expected to work 5 days a week, Monday to Friday.

In this role, you will:

Technical Testing Support of R&D innovation efforts:

• Support the Glad Business Unit by working with Product and Process Development Scientists in planning and executing product testing in the lab and pilot plant to enable successful launches.

• Accurately prepare and test samples using approved methods and equipment.

• Independently complete work assignments, communicating in a timely manner with business team regarding project updates .

• Maintain good laboratory controls and documentation of testing records.

• Anticipate and communicate potential issues, collaborating with Lab Lead and Scientists to create alternate solutions to avoid project delays.

• Execute and coordinate experiment and trial report results through observation, recording, and analysis.

Continuous Improvement (Systems and Processes):

• Support efforts to improve daily lab operations and processes.

• Champion usage of Data Management Process and Electronic Lab Notebook.

• Contribute data and share responsibility for analysis and reporting.

• Actively participates in weekly scheduling meetings; shared leadership of report-outs for learnings, brings forward issues and suggestions for improvements .

Inventory Management:

• Order supplies and manage inventories onsite.

• Manage sample quantities for requested testing and disposition upon completion.

• Use current material tracking systems to manage materials.

What we look for:

• Minimum 2 year degree , 4 year degree preferred; preferred in technical/science field , and 2+ years working within a testing lab environment .

Desired:

• Ex perience at consumer product goods company within R&D or Quality testing lab

• Experience in the plastic film industry with extruding, converting, characterizing and general handling of thin films.

• Experience using Tensile / Compression testing, software

• Experience establishing and maintaining digital tools for employee training and data management

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret verbal and written test methods, procedures and directions

• Experience adhering to data management Best Practices

• Mathematical calculations where/when required

• Ability to record, process and compile data accurately

• Knowledge of mechanical systems and troubleshooting

• Computer skills for data entry, analysis, and database work

• Skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

• Experience maintain a clean and organized environment.

• Good interpersonal skills – ability to work both independently and with a variety of people and changing tasks/responsibilities, in a team-oriented environment.

• Demonstrated ability co llaborat ing with internal and external partners.

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Workplace type:

This position will be located in our Willowbrook, IL R&D Lab, and the individual will be expected to work 5 days a week, Monday to Friday.

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 .

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of well-being 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. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience, and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

– Zone A: $22.12 - $37.16 – Zone B: $20.29 - $34.09 – Zone C: $18.41 - $30.96

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.

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