SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands
Location
Racine, WI | United States
Job description
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. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As Sr. Associate, Development Engineering - Device & Closure Safety, you will generate physical safety reviews to manage the risks inherent in the design and end-use of consumer products. The safety reviews will support new product development projects and updates to maintain existing products on market. Your responsibilities include evaluating experimental products, consumer placements, and marketable finished goods for physical safety hazards. Specific responsibilities include test plan development, industry standards application, risk assessment, documentation generation, and mentoring product development teams on physical safety aspects of company products.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assessing consumer products for physical safety hazards: child resistance, can rupture, electric shock, fire, thermal burn, laceration, airway obstruction, etc.
Providing internal teams with technical guidance to mitigate electrical, mechanical, chemical, and materials engineering dependent safety hazards
Reviewing experimental products and consumer placements for physical safety concerns during the product development process
Refining and maintaining current departmental processes and procedures
Utilizing project-related information, product information, Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and technical literature to develop design hazard assessments for final determination of product approval
Preparing communications to upper management during product investigations
Providing physical safety support for discussions with various regulatory authorities or industry activities
Participating in trade associations and/or industry task forces as assigned
Coordinating product testing and certification with contract test facilities
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING
Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related degree
2+ years related experience, or advanced degree
PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS
Experience with hazard analysis and risk assessment
Experience with application of global standards and regulatory requirements
Experience in statistical analysis of data sets
Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment, including R&D, marketing, legal, public relations and regulatory agencies
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong formal presentation skills
Experience with representation on industry task forces or standards committees is a plus
Product Management systems experience (i.e. SAP Product Lifecycle Management)
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Up to 5% domestic travel
Full-time onsite role in Racine, WI
Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees
BENEFITS AND PERKS
SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.
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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
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.
Accommodation Requests
If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to [email protected]. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.
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