Sr. Associate, Packaging Engineer

SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands • San Francisco, CA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Join the team shaping the future of SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands! Based in vibrant San Francisco, and reporting to the Packaging Engineering Manager, the Senior Associate, Packaging Engineer plays a key role in creating the next generation of packaging for some of the world’s most loved consumer brands. In this role, you’ll help bring ideas from concept to self, developing new packaging, supporting line extensions, and driving technical innovation that keeps our products fresh, functional, and sustainable. You’ll collaborate across R&D, marketing, and supply chain to solve real-world challenges and deliver packaging that delights consumers globally. If you love hands‑on development, creative problem‑solving, and working in a fast‑paced environment where every project makes an impact, this is your chance to help shape how millions of people experience our products. You’ll be provided with clear guidance on tasks, methods, and deliverables—while still having room to innovate, explore, and grow your technical expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in packaging or other relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Mechanical, Materials, etc.) and 3+ years packaging engineering or product development within a manufacturing setting
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of Design of Experiments
• Knowledge of the product development process and experience related to various delivery system technologies (e.g., aerosol formulation, emulsion chemistry, gel formulation, polymer chemistry, reaction products, surfactants, solvents, builders)
• Experience and technical competency in primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging design and qualification (e.g. product/environment compatibility, distribution and environmental testing, manufacturing qualification)
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written presentation; including effective story-telling to the non-technical individual
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities, including anticipation and communication of risk profile and mitigation plans; strategic thinking and action to effectively navigate complex and/or ambiguous situations
• Expertise in multiple packaging disciplines; dispensing systems, materials, closures, manufacturing line requirements, plastic molding techniques, and product/environment compatibility
• Knowledge of consumer testing techniques and execution of appropriate studies to evaluate product performance during use
• An understanding of the developing consumer market

Responsibilities

• Leverage new and existing packaging technologies to develop innovative packaging solutions and elevate existing products—driving consumer appeal, ease of use, and helping SC Johnson win at the shelf.
• Plan and execute performance, reliability, and compatibility testing to validate packaging component changes and ensure long‑term product quality.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams (R&D, Design, Marketing, Consumer Insights, Product Supply) to accelerate development and ensure flawless execution of new product launches.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including packaging component specifications, finished goods specifications, and bills of materials to support validation and production readiness.
• Apply strong technical acumen and analytical problem‑solving to diagnose packaging issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain uninterrupted production and consistent quality.
• Support commercialization of new packaging ideas by contributing technical insights that strengthen consumer value, enhance sustainability, and align with business goals.

Benefits

• Subsidized health insurance benefits package
• Competitive vacation + holiday bundle
• Generous retirement match + pre-tax savings options
• Dedicated volunteer time, to be a force for good
• Pioneering events + experiences that build team connection (...ask us about the Packaging Olympics, Bubble Bash, Ping Pong Tournament + more!)
• Access to discounted/free company products

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees