SCORE Engineering Associate

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We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

• SCORE Engineering Associate
• Monday-Friday
• The Salary range for this position is $68,300 – 102,400k Annually
• New Hire Sign-on Bonus - 0

Come join our Victorville, CA facility where we manufacture A&H Laundry Detergent and A&H Cat Litter!

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are seeking highly motivated and proactive individuals to join our Church & Dwight Supply Chain Operational Rotational Experience (SCORE) program. This unique program spans a full-time 24-month duration, encompassing rotations across diverse functional areas within our supply chain, offering a comprehensive understanding of our end-to-end supply chain operations. 

The program is tailored to foster development of critical leadership skills, engage participants in impactful projects, enhance business acumen and understanding of our company culture. Graduates from this program will be provided guidance in their professional pursuits, steering participants toward a path of career advancement. Selected individuals will have the opportunity to engage in peer mentorship opportunities, networking, facility tours, Kaizen activities and skill development through cross-functional work.

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in supply chain operations, a willingness to learn, and a drive to contribute innovative ideas to improve our operations at Church & Dwight. 

The SCORE program participants should also feel comfortable working in distinct rotations, as the rotation entails transitioning to different functions every 8 months. Rotations for this role include:

Operation Support: Participants will engage in productivity and efficiency audits, assist in production planning and scheduling, monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and learn maintenance practices to ensure adherence to quality and product specifications. LEAN: Participants will actively participate in implementing Lean Manufacturing Initiatives and Practices, contribute to Kaizen Events and Continuous Improvement projects, and apply Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize processes. Materials Management: Participants will assist in production planning activities, manage orders and receiving raw materials, and implement warehouse management best practices to ensure efficient materials handling.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*denotes essential job functions):

• Contributions are usually limited to task-related activities. Errors do not typically have a major effect on the organization
• Solves routine problems of limited scope and complexity following established policies and procedures
• Work is closely supervised. Follows specific, detailed instructions.
• Contacts primarily with immediate supervisor and other personnel in the section group.
• Basic application of principles, theories and concepts. Limited knowledge of industry practices and standards.
• Rotate through the various functions of the site over a 24-month period, supporting project work as assigned.
• Collaborate with higher-level managers to develop critical leadership skills for future career advancement. Engage with mentors across various fields, including site maintenance, quality, production, environmental health and safety, lean practices and cost-saving initiatives.
• Embody the Church & Dwight behaviors such as being Digitally Savvy, fostering a Positive Attitude, setting high aims, simplifying processes, offering assistance, embracing Disruption, and basing decisions on factual information.
• Ensure that all tasks/projects are performed according to safety, quality, and regulatory procedures.
• Contribute to fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the workplace using principles and techniques of lean manufacturing, such as 5S, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) elements, etc. to achieve project completion.
• Effectively manage time and prioritize project commitments to meet assigned objectives.
• Provides process support and assists in troubleshooting, process issues in operations, maintenance, and packaging as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 0 -2 years of experience
• 4-year post-secondary degree
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations management, logistics, engineering, or a related field. 

PREFERED EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 0 to 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred. Relevant internship or other related work will also be considered.
• Previous supply chain project work demonstrating the ability to work as a part of a team and complete projects on time and within constraints. 
• Ability to communicate effectively with and collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are highly valued.
• Proven ability to adapt to new environments and work independently as part of a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems at a high-level.
• Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively manage time.
• Ability to work independently and/or with a team to complete projects in a timely manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent interpersonal skills – ability to build positive relationships at all levels of the organization
• Excellent communication skills – ability to communicate clearly and concisely in multiple media such as verbal, written, etc.
• Ability to operate machinery with great attention to detail
• Excellent critical thinking skills – ability to troubleshoot small unforeseen issues
• Ability to be cross trained across numerous job functions
• Ability to take and follow directions
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Operation Skills:

• Pace / Depal: Efficiently operate pace and depalletizing equipment to ensure smooth material flow in the production process.
• Case Erectors: Skillful operation of case erector machines to assemble packaging materials accurately and efficiently.
• Case Packers: Operate case packing machines to package products securely and correctly.
• Case Sealers: Proficiently operate case sealing machines to ensure packages are sealed properly.
• Labelers: Operate labeling machines to ensure products are labeled accurately.
• Palletizer: Efficiently operate palletizing equipment to stack products on pallets in an organized manner.
• Wrappers: Operate wrapping machines to securely wrap pallets for shipping and storage.
• Power Industrial Lift: Safely operated power industrial lifts to move materials and products within the facility.

Setup Skills:

• Pace / Depal: Set up pace and depalletizing equipment for various production runs, ensuring accurate configurations and adjustments.
• Case Erectors: Configure and set up case erector machines for different packaging requirements, ensuring correct settings and alignment.
• Line Conveyors: Set up line conveyors to ensure smooth and efficient material flow throughout the production line.
• Case Packers: Configure and set up case packing machines for different product specifications and packaging needs.
• Labelers: Set up labeling machines to ensure accurate label placement and settings for various products.
• Wrappers: Configure and set up wrapping machines to ensure secure wrapping of pallets for shipping and storage.

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/