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Make your markAt Clorox, we build big brands that make everyday life better, every day. We value our differences, and challenge each other to think and act boldly. We try new things, succeed, fail and keep learning. We work hard, and have busy personal lives. And we’re all able to make a positive impact – at Clorox, in our communities, and in the lives of millions of people who invite us into their homes. Make your mark and help us drive Good Growth – growth that is profitable, sustainable and responsible.Job Overview/SummaryThe R&D Cat Litter team is seeking a technician to support our enthusiastic team of scientists focused on improving the lives of cats and their people. In this role, you will be leader in our laboratory, driving organization and efficiency, while executing technical testing with a strong attention to detail, high technical rigor, and a focus on consumer product benefits. You will connect with the Clorox Cat Studio, providing critical data and insights into product performance, directly impacting business results through developing new claims, as well asenabling the launch of new products.Key ResponsibilitiesLaboratory Management
Manage the laboratory, including upkeep and coordination of regular service to ensure good working order of all equipment, maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked space, including conducting supply ordering for a group of 10+ scientists
Laboratory Testing Execution
Prepare samples for testing, utilizing laboratory techniques for accurate concentrations solutions, including microbiological media
Follow and execute a variety of laboratory testing following SOPs with a strong attention to detail and focus on safety
Perform data analysis with assistance from scientists utilizing Microsoft Excel & other software tools
Technical Communication & Improvement
Communicate results clearly and accurately with a focus both on technical performance and data, as well as making consumer
perception of product performance
Identify areas of method and SOP improvement, including development of new methods with a focus on efficiency, safety, and consumer-centric connection to technical testing.
Partnership with Analytical & instrumental analysis group to support testing on gas chromatography and other analytical chemical instrumentationKey Skills, Abilities and Experience Required
3 years of experience in laboratory environment, preferably with wet chemistry lab and instrumental analysis equipment.
Experience with a CPG company preferred.
Knowledge and experience working in wet chemistry, analytical chemistry, and biological laboratory environments
Highly organized, self-motivated, with good time management skills required
Strong attention to detail, with a focus on safety in a laboratory environment
Ability to work in a fast paced environment, with shifting priorities
Strong technical laboratory skills, ability to execute technical testing following a protocol to consistently generate reliable, valid data
Safe chemical handling and work in a chemical fume hood, as well as ability to work safety handling biological materials, preferably in a BSL-2 environment
Ability to plan and coordinate equipment maintenance and supply ordering through outside vendors including record keeping and documenting payments/expense reporting
Ability to train others on technical testing, communicating clearly to ensure consistency between laboratory worker techniques
Ability to partner with other technical workers to coordinate testing, with a one-team mentality
Computer skills, including data entry and analysis using Microsoft Excel
Ability to comfortably lift up to 40 lbs.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution strongly preferred
Bachelor's degree in physical science field preferred
Required EducationMore about Research & Development (R&D)From concept to reality, our team is building the next generation of consumer products. R&D is a community of engineers, scientists, mechanical designers and packaging experts, who are actively involved in virtually every step in the lifecycle of our products — from initial concept to raw materials to final goods on store shelves. Together we bring consumers innovative products that deliver superior value.More About CloroxAt Clorox (NYSE: CLX), we build brands that make everyday life better, every day. We value our differences, and challenge each other to think and act boldly. We try new things, succeed, fail and keep learning. We work hard, have busy personal lives and are all able to make a positive impact – at Clorox, in our communities and in the lives of millions of people who invite us into their homes and workplaces. Make your mark and help us drive growth that is profitable, sustainable and responsible.The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) is a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer and professional products with 8,700 employees worldwide and fiscal year 2018 sales of $6.1 billion. In addition to our namesake bleach and cleaning products, we market some of the most trusted and recognized consumer and professional brands, including:
Brita® water-filtration products
Burt's Bees® natural personal care products
Fresh Step® cat litter
Glad® bags, wraps and containers
Hidden Valley® dressings and sauces
Kingsford® charcoal
Liquid Plumr® clog removers
Pine-Sol® cleaners
RenewLife® digestive health products
Rainbow Light®, Natural Vitality®, Neocell® and Stop Aging Now® dietary supplements
Clorox Healthcare® and CloroxPro™ Commercial Solutions®
More than 80% of our sales are generated from brands that hold the No. 1 or No. 2 market share positions in their categories.Making a positive impactClorox is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact, a community of global leaders committed to sustainability. We've been broadly recognized for our corporate responsibility efforts and included on CR Magazine's 2018 100 Best Corporate Citizens list, Barron's 2019 100 Most Sustainable Companies list, the Human Rights Campaign's 2018 Corporate Equality Index and the 2019 Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, among others.We also support our communities, contributing about $20 million in combined cash grants, product donations and cause marketing in fiscal year 2018.The Clorox Company and its subsidiaries is an EEO/AA/Protected Veteran/Disabled/LGBT employer.Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
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