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Your role at Clorox:

R&D Technical Services has an opening for a professional who will support our specialty brands under the Foods umbrella (Hidden Valley Ranch/KC Masterpiece) in the lab and during scale up. As part of the Technical Services team, the Specialist will be working in the lab and pilot plant to support our Foods business unit. The qualified individual will be working on brand health projects with suppliers, scientists, and manufacturing. Standard foods lab work will be expected in support of the Foods scientists.

In this role, you will:

• Support the delivery of Clorox’s Innovation and Growth goals by completing new or change development experiments and process trials in the Technical Services area, ensuring product launch or re-launch success.
• Work with suppliers and/or flavor houses to launch new ingredients/formulas, large scale up batching foods.
• Support the Foods Business Unit by working with Product and Process Development Scientists in planning and executing projects to enable successful launches.
• Independently define and complete work assignments, communicating in a timely manner with business team regarding project updates.
• Anticipate and communicate potential issues, collaborating with Team Lead and Scientists to create alternate solutions to avoid project delays; execute and coordinate experiment and trial report results through observation, recording, and analysis.
• Perform analytical tests in Foods lab with strict accordance to FDA/FSMA/HAACP documents, repeating and validation; extract data and provide scientist with data/guidance on results.
• Ensure availability of all required raw materials and supplies to deliver project work on time; order raw and packaging materials and manage inventories of materials and finished products onsite and at 3rd party logistics providers.
• Ensure availability and proper functioning of instruments to deliver projects on time.

What we look for:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Food Science
• Must have Foods / FDA experience with a minimum of 2 years experience in R&D/Manufacturing roles
• Experience using CISPro or other inventory system
• Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Excel, Teams, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to work with multi-functional groups and collaborate with internal and external partners
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, ascend and descend stairs
• Adhere to all housekeeping and safety rules is a must

Workplace type:

Onsite: This position is based in Pleasanton, CA and requires the individual to be onsite Monday - Friday.

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives here .

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.

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