Senior Specialist, Product Development

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!

The Sr. Specialist, Product Development- Physical Science (Growing Media Process & Formulations Sr. Specialist) will support product development from bench-top experiments to commercial launch with oversight. They will play a key role in innovating growing media/soils technologies for consumer lawn and garden care products. Responsibilities include developing new products and processes, improving existing formulations, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and potentially discovering new technologies. The Sr. Specialist will align technologies with consumer and business needs, contributing to our strategy by providing formulations support and championing select projects. This role involves collaboration with Packaging Development, Biology, Marketing, Sourcing, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams.

Responsibilities

-Document, analyze, and report data to cross-functional teams, peers, and leadership making recommendations on path forward. Reports may be a combination of digital and oral presentation

-Hands on development and verification of new formulations at lab, pilot, and manufacturing scales in accordance with all applicable compliance requirements (e.g. OMRI, OIM, USDA, EPA). Create, route, review necessary specifications within SAP and other applications

-Provide technical support to operations, quality, and contract manufacturing for new or current formulations

-Collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure alignment on project goals and maximize efficient use of resources versus milestones and commercialization schedules.

- Engage with peers on formulation design and data analysis. Help onboard new and temporary associates through hands on instruction based on internal guidelines and experience

Skills:

Scientific curiosity and rigor | Motivated to identify opportunities and increase their overall contributions | Attention to detail | Accuracy | Laboratory skills | Math skills | Networking skills | Excellent written and oral communication skills | Adaptability and flexibility to work independently as well as in a team environment | Computer skills - spreadsheets, presentations, documents, data analysis | Relationship building | Self- Starter that's action oriented | Quality results oriented

Education:

Completed Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or other science/process related field

Experience:

Years of experience required may vary based on the highest level of education completed. Example: Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of experience, or Master's degree with 0-2 years of experience. Experience within commercial based research is beneficial.

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $67,800.00 - $79,800.00 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…

• Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your personal needs.  Selections range from medical, dental and vision coverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K match (up to 7.5%) as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much more

• We know our talent is our most 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 of family. We provide access to Maven Family Planning and up to $30,000 to accommodate for adoption, fertility and surrogacy.

• Be part of something bigger by joining one of our Employee Resource Groups focusing on diversity 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 in giving back to the communities where we live and work.  We have a shared passion for service and volunteerism and believe participating in community service benefits our communities and strengthens our team. 

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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.