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Specialist, Packaging Test Lab

🇺🇸 United States

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$59,700.00 - $70,200.00

Specialist, Packaging Test Lab

from 🇺🇸 United States

$59,700.00 - $70,200.00

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

ThePackaging Test Lab Specialistwill join a dynamic R&D team responsible for the testing, qualification and commercialization of products and packaging systems for the industry leader in consumer lawn and garden products. The Specialist will work in close collaboration with the R&D development team and conduct a variety of tests to ensure products and packaging systems are safe, effective and deliver a positive consumer experience. 

What you’ll do in this role:
-Support the development team by conducting various packaging and applicator performance test protocols including: shock and vibration, environmental stability and compatibility, weathering exposure, and life-cycle testing.
-Collect, analyze and document results to ensure compliance with industry standards and business requirements. Prepare and share test reports, findings and recommendations based on historical data and trends. 
-Work efficiently and accurately. Identify and implement process improvements (including leveraging AI tools) to boost team efficiency, accuracy and throughput.
-Assist in maintaining the Packaging Test Laboratory: procuring supplies, general housekeeping, maintaining logs and managing maintenance of the equipment.

Requirements:
Education :
B.S. Degree in a technical field.
Experience :
0-2 years in a high performance laboratory environment. 
Knowledge:
Basic technical knowledge and fundamentals of scientific thinking.  Familiarity with packaging materials, form and function. Basic knowledge of Lawn & Garden products.


Skills
-Basic technical and mechanical skills with a sense of scientific curiosity
-Self-motivated with an ability to manage a broad range of responsibilities 
-Accountable, collaborative, responsive, and adaptable to changing business needs
-Basic computer skills alongside strong written and oral communication skills
 

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $59,700.00 - $70,200.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical location.For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse of our highlight reel…

  • OurLive Total Health program provides you with options to align to yourpersonal needs.  Selections range frommedical, dental and visioncoverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable401K match (up to 7.5%)as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

  • We know ourtalent is ourmost precious asset and your unique development contributes to our organization’s success now and in the future.  Career growth at our company is not always a ladder.  It’s much more like a rock climbing adventure.  Grow through exploration and experiences rather than a predictable linear path.

  • We value the importance offamily. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate foradoption, fertility and surrogacy.

  • Be part of something bigger by joining one of ourEmployee Resource Groups focusing ondiversity and inclusion, family, education and sustainability: Scotts Women’s Network, Scotts Black Employees’ Network, Scotts Veterans Network, Scotts Young Professionals, Scotts Pride Network (GroPride), Scotts Associates for a Greener Earth (SAGE), Scotts Family TREE and our Associate Boards.

  • Join a company with a strong belief ingiving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion forservice and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining ourScottsMiracle-Gro andHawthorne Gardeningtalent communities.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

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Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.

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