Associate Manager, Extrusion Process Engineer

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

Join our Global Home Storage Engineering team as the go-to expert in resin processing and equipment. In this hands-on role, you'll lead cutting-edge projects across global Ziploc production sites, partnering with Manufacturing, R&D, Quality, and Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) teams. From designing advanced web handling systems to piloting new product innovations, you'll shape the future of sustainable, high-performance packaging. If you're passionate about materials, process design, and continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a global impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Act as SME leading development and maintenance of global resin equipment technical standards

Own key Home Storage document template standards within SCJ's Engineering Work Process for resin handling and web making systems

Create and maintain preferred vendor list for all major resin equipment components

Conduct technical audits of resin systems within SCJ Home Storage plants

Routinely lead technical teams through design phases of major projects, and support key maintenance / rebuilds as appropriate

Provide technical judgments that help guide business and / or operational decisions

Drives creative thinking and solutions in face of challenging business / project requirements

Work with plant engineering to navigate and solve critical technical problems (incl. complex safety system design), thereby enabling equipment design / efficiency improvement

Lead HAZOP & DFMEA analysis efforts for new systems and installations

Work with R&D and other technical partners on new scale-up process developments

Provide breakthrough innovation opportunities involving capacity improvement, cost savings, process optimization, productivity and new process control strategies

Research business and technical industry trends to understand broader landscape

Lead thinking in key areas of resin process and equipment development - transferring technology-based innovation across geographical boundaries to develop new capabilities and seek out best available technologies to maintain / advance our manufacturing processes

Key Engineering Lead for Home Storage Resin technical COP (community of practice) in partnership with R&D / Procurement

Role model behaviors by actively seeking out development areas of deep technical mastery, while broadly reapplying expertise to provide business building opportunities

Create / develop training packages to coach and develop site manufacturing process engineers (both internal and external) - fostering a learning culture to enable continued growth of our resource pool and maintaining BU expertise over the next decade

Equipment Specifications and Standards Development

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

Bachelor of Science Mechanical / Chemical / Plastics / Materials Engineering with 5+ years of experience leading all aspects of resin handling and processing design, experience in plant factory environment, with capital project leadership

Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

Preferably has supported commercial R&D initiatives

Led or supported project design and delivery greater than $5 million budget

Working knowledge of industry both resin quality and web handling - while able to create and maintain specification standards

Ability to read, interpret and create engineering drawings

Experience in contractor and vendor management

Ability to independently develop and manage project scope, cost estimate and schedule.

Ability to contribute to MRA (Machine Risk Assessment) initiatives

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain resin processing and web handling equipment standards

Use statistical methods for design of experiments or process improvement (incl. Factorial Designed Experiments, Taguchi Methods)

Prioritize and plan work activities, sets clear goals and objectives.

Must have ability to prioritize and execute simultaneous projects and support activities.

Able to balance team and individual responsibilities to support overall objectives

Focal point for contracted design teams and assure as-built modifications are accurate and recorded upon completion.

Management of change approver

Knowledge and experience in TPM, Early Management methodology and Lean Manufacturing.

Autodesk Autocad and Inventor skills

SAP, Microsoft Project, MS Office

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Full time onsite role in Bay City, MI, with occasional Operations support outside of core business hours to support 24x7 Manufacturing and Engineering environments.

Travel 10-15%

This role is not eligible for relocation

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. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the position remains at-will.

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.scjohnson.com / inclusion.

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 SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.