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Your role at Clorox:

Leadership for Cleaning Technical Services capital project engineering initiatives. This position will be involved with and provide solutions to a wide range of problems using in-depth knowledge of specific manufacturing operations combined with the application of appropriate engineering principles. Capital project engineer to champion and model Clorox capital project management standards and practices for Cleaning Business Unit. Role to provide technical knowledge on evolving capabilities within both the industry and the business unit to maintain its competitive position in the marketplace.

Role requires ability to provide direct and influential technical leadership, ability to communicate at multi-organizational levels, interface with multi-functional resources such as other Supply Chain functional teams, R&D, & different complexity manufacturing facilities. Role to provide proactive leadership of activities and initiatives ranging from innovation through production start-ups. Work will include change management, Design to Value product definition, supplier qualifications, data analysis, problem solving, specification development, laboratory testing, manufacturing line trials, documentation management, and product or manufacturing compliance adherence.

Role requires ability to travel (estimated 25%-75%). Primary work location is Clorox Alpharetta office, however, requires ability to travel and work in manufacturing plants (Clorox plants, external suppliers, and raw material suppliers) in U.S. and possible occasion international travel.

In this role, you will:

The Lead of Capital Project Team Resources:

• Leadership, direction, and prioritization of capital project initiatives and activities to deliver initiatives for the Cleaning Business Unit.
• Provide opportunities for teammates to expand their capabilities through internal and external training, coaching, and mentoring.
• Proactive leadership to remove barriers to enable work to be completed effectively and efficiently.
• If providing people leadership, use Clorox performance management processes and tools to coach, mentor, and manage direct reports.
• Leadership to create a workplace environment driving innovation, collaboration, and a “process” oriented result.
• Through implementation of capital projects, develop skills and capabilities in oneself and others involved with project.
• Build strong alliances and networks with other internal & external technical, business, suppliers, and consultant leaders.

Have Technical Leadership:

• Provide appropriate diligence to review and ensure all technical information is accurate, complete, current, and required approvals with other functional approvers is obtained.
• Ensure all work is completed with process rigor, adherence to internal & external compliance requirements and Standards.
• Be recognized knowledge and experience expert in capital project engineering and interfaces with operational processes & practices.
• Manage the timely and effective implementation of capital project activities, coordinate resources, create fact-based analysis, and develop execution plans.
• Provides solutions to a wide range of difficult to complex problems using in-depth knowledge of specific manufacturing operations combined with the application of appropriate engineering principles.
• Plan and lead medium to large capital projects and initiatives that include the integration of outside technical resources.
• Utilize creative technical problem-solving skills and design of experiment approach to deliver supply chain alternatives, recommendations, and solutions.
• Independently determines general approach and specific solutions to technical problems. Demonstrates good judgment in making commitments and align with leadership on appropriate risk-taking opportunities.
• Anticipate changing resource requirements and results allowing time to initiate appropriate responses in a manner that optimizes overall project results.
• Prepare and present effective presentations of technical material to non-technical people, both written and verbal. Able to build and lead effective work teams for midsize to large programs.
• Implement all work while following Clorox Capital Project Management process. Capable of following a disciplined process approach utilizing the One-Right-Way process to ensure vertical systems startups.

Lead & Interface with the Cleaning Supply Chain Leadership

• Influence manufacturing and functional team leaders by using tools such as scope or work input, recommendations, presentation decks, timelines, activity prioritization, and risk communications.
• Ability to evaluate, develop and lead an initiative or capital project considering technical, operational and business perspectives. Ability to write business focused recommendations.
• Liaison for interface of capital projects, new products, and margin project activities with R&D and Business Unit functional teams & leaders.
• Ability to lead complex, medium to large scale initiatives (i.e. capital projects, technical initiatives, cost savings, and new products).
• Effectively participate and lead cross functional project teams implementing concurrently at multi-plant sites.
• Ability to work independently to coordinate own and others' activities while networking with key contacts outside of discipline.

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What we look for:

Revenue Responsibility:

• Input and management of project and your portion of department costs to achieve Technical Services annual expense budget and performance metrics.
• Input to Business Unit capital multi-year plan, budget, and forecast. Ability to forecast annual and quarterly project updates and input into Clorox enterprise capital systems and databases.
• Skills allowing recommendation and purchase factory floor equipment and technical 3rd party contract resources to provide deliverables for assigned work.
• Leadership to achieve cost saving goals prioritized by business initiatives.
  

Other Scope Factors:

• Leadership to ensure compliance with Clorox capital project management processes and requirements. Ensure technical rigor with all work.
• Champion management of change processes and ensure adherence.
• Ability to communicate and lead through influence, communications, interaction, and written documentation/presentations to different organizational levels.
• Ability to collaboratively work with Supply Chain, Center of Practice (CoP), and R&D resources.

Years and Type of Experience:

• 10+ years with consumer product company (manufacturing, engineering, technical, R&D)
• Ability to fluently communicate (oral and written) in English language.
• Strongly desired: 8+ years of increasing capital project leadership and new product manufacturing implementation, people leadership and performance management experience.
• Role requires ability to travel (estimated 25%-75%). Primary work location is Clorox Alpharetta office, however, requires ability to travel and work in manufacturing plants (Clorox plants, external suppliers, and raw material suppliers) in U.S. and possible occasion international travel.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Strong technical and project leadership skills, pro-active leadership style, self-directing, and willingness to take unpopular fact-based positions.
• Leadership and personal passion to identify and drive management of change and process rigor.
• Ability to lead and communicate with the correct level of authority at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication and listening skills.
• Planning and organizing skills to manage project priorities and coordinate other functions
• Adaptation & flexibility skills to recognize the need for change and to initiate the change process
• Motivation & commitment to lead and direct others to exceptional results
• Experience in roles of moderate to high technical complexity (manufacturing, engineering)
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives.
• Effective communication skills (verbal & written). Ability to communicate to senior management
• Bachelor of Science or equivalent Engineering Degree (e.g. packaging, mechanical, EIC, or chemical engineering)

Workplace type:

Hybrid 3 days a week in office, 2 days week from home.

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

[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.

–Zone A: $106,700 - $204,900

–Zone B: $97,800 - $187,900

–Zone C: $88,900 - $170,800

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

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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