Associate Manager, Packaging Engineer

Lifestyle Brands (the LSB) is a growing house of like-minded brands under the SC Johnson umbrella including Method®, Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day®, Babyganics® and Ecover®. Headquartered in San Francisco with additional operations in Chicago and throughout Europe, the LSB is home to 650 employees. Together we act as a force for bold, transformative growth with a focus on delivering positive impact for people and the planet. If you’re into pioneering the future and doing good while doing business, come join us.

The LSB is part of SC Johnson, a family-owned company and leading manufacturer of household cleaning, home storage, air care, pest control and shoe care products, as well as professional products. Originally founded in 1886 and headquartered in Wisconsin, U.S.A., SC Johnson and the Lifestyle Brands division are at work for a better world.

The Company's Total Rewards package is at or above industry levels. The expected base salary range for this position is between 112,320.00 USD - 147,420.00 USD. Job related skills, experience, education, and location will be considered in setting actual starting base salary. In addition to your base salary and depending on job level, eligibility, and performance, a total package may include profit sharing, a short-term incentive and/or long-term incentives. As a family company, benefits are a key piece of our Total Rewards package as well and we’re proud to provide a comprehensive, competitive, and differentiated benefits program that our people and their families value.

Are you driven by the thrill of transforming bold ideas into real-world packaging that wows consumers and champions sustainability? 

Join SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands (LSB) North America as an Associate Manager, Packaging Engineer and become a key player in shaping the future of iconic, purpose-driven brands like Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day and method.

In this exciting role, you’ll lead the charge from concept to commercialization, engineering packaging that’s not only functional and beautiful but also elevates the consumer experience. You’ll collaborate with passionate teams across R&D, marketing, supply chain, and manufacturing to bring innovative, custom packaging solutions to life—solutions that reflect our deep commitment to creativity, sustainability, and consumer delight. If you're ready to make a tangible impact and help redefine what packaging can be, we’d love to meet you.

**This role is offering full domestic relocation assistance**

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Innovate with Purpose: Identify and apply cutting-edge and existing packaging technologies to develop new and improved product solutions.

• Material Mastery: Research and evaluate materials to create cost-effective, high-quality, and consumer-friendly packaging that stands out on shelves globally.

• Technical Leadership: Lead cross-functional teams in the design and development of innovative packaging or optimization of existing formats.

• Testing & Validation: Design and execute performance and compatibility testing for packaging components and systems.

• Project Execution: Manage domestic and global packaging projects with clear timelines and success metrics to ensure on-time delivery.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, Design, Marketing, Procurement, and Supply Chain to accelerate product development and launch.

• System Integration: Evaluate and ensure the stability and performance of packaging-formula systems in partnership with formulators and engineers.

• Documentation & Specifications: Develop robust packaging specs, finished goods documentation, and bills of materials to support commercialization.

• Problem Solving: Provide technical expertise to troubleshoot and resolve packaging issues, ensuring production continuity and product quality.

• Continuous Learning & Mentorship: Stay ahead of packaging trends, share insights across teams, and mentor junior professionals in best practices and innovation.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in packaging or other relevant engineering disciplines (e.g. Mechanical, Materials, etc.) and 5+ years of product/packaging development experience

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Experimental Design: