The Clorox Company · 3 days ago
R&D Packaging Scientist 1 (Recent Grad Starting in 2026)
Pleasanton, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$72K/yr - $132K/yrThe Clorox Company is committed to growth for its people and brands, seeking a new R&D Packaging Scientist to innovate packaging solutions. This role involves collaborating across functions to deliver superior packaging that enhances the consumer experience and supports sustainable practices.
ManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Drive Innovation: Develop innovative packaging that delivers a superior consumer experience while meeting functional, regulatory, and brand requirements
Execute with Technical Excellence: Apply engineering principles to solve complex packaging challenges by owning the end-to-end development of packaging solutions—from conceptual design, prototyping, mechanical and chemical performance testing, to consumer testing, lab validation (drop, vibration, ship tests), component tooling qualification and scale-up, production, manufacturing, and supply chain
Own the Technical Details: Create and manage packaging specifications, including fill weights, pallet configurations, and cube information for each individual primary unit, secondary, tertiary, and display packaging components including creating assembly diagrams which are critical inputs for successful product launches
Support Commercialization: Develop and apply SOPs, test methods, and best practices while leading pilot and production trials for new packaging components, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and provide insights that enable smooth scale-up and successful product launches
Collaborate Across Functions: Work with R&D, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to interpret data, meet project objectives, and drive efficiency while managing technical risk
Grow Your Career: Be part of a team that values playing to win, technical curiosity, and raising the bar where your contributions help shape the future of Packaging Innovation at Clorox
Qualification
Required
B.S. Packaging Engineering, B.S. Material Science Engineering, or B.S. Mechanical Engineering, M.S. Packaging Science
Graduating between December 2025 and August 2026
Minimum GPA of 3.0 or higher
Ability to work in a lab with various materials, including dust
Fine motor skills to prototype samples
Knowledge of ASTM packaging testing methods
Working knowledge of packaging software (ArtiosCAD and TOPS)
Ability to learn fast, and demonstrate strong leadership and influencing skills
Excellent organization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and effectively
Confident self-starter, critical thinker, capable of working independently and cross-functionally with minimal supervision and direction in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Robust health plans
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
Company
The Clorox Company
The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) is a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer and professional products.
Founded in 1913
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Linda Rendle
Chief Executive Officer
Kirsten Marriner
Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer
Recent News
2026-01-14
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