R&D Scientist Ii - Product / Process

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Your role at Clorox:
We are looking for an R&D Scientist II to support the Fresh Step and Scoop Away cat litter brands.
As a Product / Process Development Scientist II in Clorox's Care & Connection Division, you will be part of a high performing team, driving your projects, which will range from the creation of new and innovative products for discovery programs to developing new/improved products through the commercialization process for both growth and cost savings initiatives.
In this role, you will:
As a Product / ProcessScientist II you will be part of a team responsible for the discovery, design, development, and scale-up of new technologies and products from concept through to launch.
You will work in teams to develop products in close partnership with Process and Packaging peers, as well as Marketing, Sales, Product Supply and Regulatory.
In addition, you will work with our plants/co-packers to set appropriate specifications that connect to our consumer needs.
You will support projects from tech discovery to project charter to start of ship, as well as be accountable for the post-launch product and process performance issues.
To achieve your goals, you will:

• Serve as Product / Process Development Lead for projects to ensure technical rigor of all project deliverables.
• Create scaled prototypes to bring product solutions to life and test with consumers.
• Build a deep understanding of technical test methods, their strengths, and limitations and how to use them for robust claim substantiation.
• Design and execute technical testing to converge on and validate product/formulation design and performance. Including developing new test methods with support when necessary
• Determine and own the Process acceptable specification ranges and implement test methods to ensure product specification requirements are met. Recommend a process control scheme by completing appropriate process development studies such as lot/limit studies, scale up studies, leveraging modeling and simulation.
• Lead project technical risk assessment to right-size development work plans and focus resources on technical pinch points.

• Work closely with current and potential suppliers to identify and develop innovative solutions to meet objectives presented in projects.
• Design, validate and execute robust visualization of product performance (e.g. demos) to amplify initiatives.
• Lead the design and execution of the test plan to provide claims substantiation.
• Apply fundamental technical and processing knowledge from inside and outside sources to achieve project results within and across business units.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and engineering teams to ensure consistent communication, successful start-ups, define any new capital requirement, influence future capabilities, and identify internal and external process improvements that deliver cost and/or efficiency savings.
• Lead process plant trials at manufacturing facilities.

What we look for:

• Minimum of 2 years experience, preferably in consumer products with a focus on Product, Package and/or Process Development.
• High energy, positive drive and commitment in setting and meeting aggressive goals and enjoy working in a variety of cultures and settings.
• Ability to work independently and implement multiple projects in a timely manner.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative team environment, both internal and external to Clorox.
• Strong technical curiosity and creative problem-solving skills, sound technical judgement, and hands-on focus
• Ability to identify, champion and adapt new technologies, tools, and processes.
• Experience with Solids is an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Science or Engineering required

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Workplace type:
This position will be located in our Pleasanton, CA office, and the individual will be expected to be in the office 3 days a week. (Relocation assistance is available.)
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 & initiativeshere.
[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: $86,600 - $161,900
-Zone B: $79,400 - $148,400
-Zone C: $72,100 - $134,900
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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