Innovation Services Packaging Specialist
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Your role at Clorox:

Clorox R&D Innovation Services has an opening for a professional to join the Packaging Support Team which evaluates the performance and integrity of packaged products. The Clorox Innovations Services Group supports R&D innovation experiments, process trials and laboratory testing across the Clorox family of brands including Clorox Cleaning, Clorox Professional, Hidden Valley, Kingsford, Brita, Burt's Bees and Fresh Step. This position is responsible for supporting the business units to ensure on-time product launch success.The Packaging Specialist role focuses on hands-on product testing to simulate various transit methods including vibration, drop impact, and compression plus product dimensional inspections using CMMs and interpretation of technical drawings. The role also supports test method development, equipment installation, packaging prototyping and ensures safety compliance through continuous improvement and collaboration with technical teams. Accurate documentation and timely communication with project teams are essential responsibilities.

In this role, you will:

Support Packaging Testing

• Complete physical product testing on primary, secondary and full pallet packaging to ISTA industry standards including vibration, drop impact, pallet stack load and simulation testing for over-the-road transit, club distribution, ecom, and air travel.
• Perform laboratory testing with guidance from subject matter experts to support packaging material qualifications including chemical stability over extended periods, Instron tensile/compression, abrasion and coefficient of friction.
• Perform bottle qualifications including leak, cap torque, weight and volume measurements.
• Maintain accurate records of test data and communicate summary results to the project team in a timely manner.
• Aid senior packaging team members with the installation of new equipment and the development of new test methods.

Handle Packaging Inspection and Dimensional Qualification

• Operate CMMs for product dimensional inspections.
• Utilize additional digital, optical, mechanical and hand-held metrology instruments such as calipers, micrometers and optical comparators.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications for moderately complex products.

Work on New Packaging Development and Evaluation

• Run packaging prototype jobs on a digital corrugate cutting table.
• Fill and evaluate new aerosol products with the support of senior team members.
• Support additional packaging development and brand maintenance projects across the full Clorox brand portfolio as needed.

Support Safety / SOP's

• Look for continuous improvements in and outside core work areas. When safety upgrades are found, work with the Safety Team to have these upgrades put into practice.
• When appropriate assist with the write-up of new SOPs to help guide requestors and other operators to run testing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Be part of the Hazop review team in their work area.

What we look for:

• Experience in product, packaging and material evaluations using analytical lab equipment and high precision measurement instruments.
• Basic technical knowledge of plastics and packaging materials.
• Hand-tool, assembly, maintenance, fabrication, CAD and/or 3D print knowledge beneficial.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, etc.). Experience with product management software (PLM/PDM) a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups and collaborate with internal team members and external vendors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to lift 50lbs in a safe ergonomically correct manner and ascend/descend stairs.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or another related field.

Workplace type:

This role in onsite 5 days a week

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 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. 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: $27.64 - $48.08

–Zone B: $25.34 - $44.09

–Zone C: $23.03 - $40.05

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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To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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