Job Description

ABOUT US

SC Johnson has been leading with purpose for 140 years, building high-quality products and iconic brands found in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide – including OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more. The 13,000 people of our global, fifth-generation family company are committed to making the world a better place today and for future generations.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a Process Development Engineer to join our RD&E team based at Pilar Plant. This role will contribute to the development, validation and implementation of new products and changes to existing products across different categories, working from laboratory development through process trials and implementation in the manufacturing environment.

This position combines hands-on technical work, project execution and cross-functional collaboration, with interaction across local, regional and global technical teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and execute new product development and product change projects, particularly those involving formulations and manufacturing processes across different categories.
• Plan and conduct laboratory trials and technical evaluations.
• Perform process trials at laboratory and manufacturing scale.
• Prepare prototypes and samples for testing, technical evaluations and product/process optimization.
• Support the optimization of formulations and manufacturing processes.
• Participate in the validation of testing methods.
• Provide technical support during scale-up and implementation of products in manufacturing.
• Generate and maintain project-related technical documentation, including specifications, technical reports and documentation supporting product registration.
• Participate in the company New Product Development process as a technical representative.
• Interact and collaborate with Global Technical Platforms and cross-functional partners.
• Work with suppliers and external partners when required, including technical visits in Argentina and other LATAM countries.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor's degree in one of the following disciplines: Chemical Engineering; Chemistry; Food Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in product development, process development or related technical roles.
• Previous development experience in consumer goods/chemical, food or pharmaceutical companies.
• English: Intermediate/Advanced
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Teams.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Portuguese: Basic level – desirable.
• Familiarity with AI tools.
• Methodical, analytical and detail-oriented approach.
• Comfortable working both in laboratory environments and in manufacturing/plant settings.
• Dynamic, proactive and able to work independently with a high degree of self-management.
• Strong organization and ability to manage multiple activities and priorities.
• Effective interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Clear and effective communication skills.
• Strong teamwork capabilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Based at Pilar Plant, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
• Full-Time
• Remote work is available once a week for eligible employees
• Availability to visit suppliers and third parties in Argentina and other LATAM countries.
• Availability for international travel.
• This role is not eligible for relocation

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, 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 opti

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.