ASSISTANT TECHNICIAN, CHEMISTRY

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE.
We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world.
Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member.
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Johnson is a leading global consumer business committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability in everything we do.
With a focus on research and development, we strive to create innovative products that meet the evolving needs and expectations of consumers worldwide.
As we continue to expand our R&D efforts, we are seeking a skilled Assistant Technician, Chemistry - Formulation to join our team and support the development of new and improved consumer products.
The Assistant Technician, Chemistry will play a key role in our R&D team, supporting the formulators with formulation development and testing of new & existing products across various categories.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic laboratory environment, collaborating with scientists and engineers to bring innovative ideas to life.
The ideal candidate will have a background in chemistry, hands-on experience with formulation techniques, and a passion for creating high-quality consumer products within our Home Cleaning Brands; Family Guard, Pledge, Windex.
Scrubbing Bubble, Lysoform, and Shout.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Follow Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and work safely following procedures for equipment use, along with product and material shipping, ensuring compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations.
Lead the material preparation, equipment set-up, batching and processing for assigned bench-top experiments, per Product Developer and Leadership team requests Conduct stability testing including pH, viscosity, color, odor, and appearance Learn all active methods to conduct product performance testing that support claims substantiation and competitive assessments Effectively communicate status and results of product evaluations with project stakeholders Maintain accurate, concise, and timely records of all work activity, to support essential reporting led by Engineer, Scientists, and Project Managers.
Build awareness of our formulation and packaging technologies across Air Care product forms, while keeping a pulse on competitive offerings and performance in related space.
Help to build and maintain a positive working culture at SCJ, contributing to department and organizational objectives around continuous improvement and inclusion.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING High school diploma 6-month SCJ Chemical Technician Internship Program Must be pursuing at least a 2-year technical degree or other related science Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or other related science Experience in a laboratory setting, with hands-on experience in formulation development Flexibility to work with a team of formulators supporting multiple product platforms such as liquids & aerosols Strong aptitude in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Proven track record of meeting deadlines, with ability to multi-task and manage time effectively Knowledge of basic chemistry principles and laboratory techniques, including weighing, mixing, emulsification, and viscosity measurement.
Able to complete a variety of assignments, and flexible to accommodate significant changes to assigned work routine or schedule   Effective communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate technical information clearly and concisely JOB REQUIREMENTS Position is Full-Time, r egular business hours, Monday-Friday Ability to lift pounds Travel up to 5% Inclusion & Diversity We're a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability.
We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it.
It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.
We're committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment.
Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.
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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.
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