Plant Process Engineer - Glad

Location: Amherst

Clorox is the place that's committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities and teammates. Join our team. #Clorox Is The Place

Your role at Clorox:

The Plant Process Engineer leads the hourly Operational Excellence team and drives process improvement initiatives across the Amherst plant. This role plays a key part in supporting daily operations by strengthening Safety, Quality, and Production performance through Manufacturing Excellence systems. The engineer will learn plant processes, partner with cross‑functional teams, and implement structured problem‑solving, governance, and continuous improvement practices to enhance overall operational capability.

In this role, you will:

* Lead a team of four to drive operational excellence across the facility, ensuring consistent performance, accountability, and alignment with plant objectives.

* Own and execute project governance for loss elimination and continuous improvement by leading key initiatives, coaching cross‑functional partners, and reinforcing disciplined execution.

* Support change management and Operational Readiness efforts to enable smooth implementation of new processes, systems, and standards.

* Develop, refine, and execute core operational processes, including Project Governance, Daily Problem Solving (DPS), Short Interval Control (SIC), troubleshooting guide optimization, Clean‑Inspect‑Lubricate (CIL), Centerlines, QC auditing standards, Operational Readiness, and Skill Block progression.

* Provide coaching, guidance, and direction to teams to strengthen problem‑solving capability and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

* Participate in and contribute to Plant Operations meetings as part of Leader Standard Work (LSW), ensuring consistent communication and alignment.

* Build expertise in the TRACC platform and train others to effectively navigate and apply its tools for operational maturity.

* Understand how to utilize our systems (MES, EWM, SAP) to enable our workforce.

* Learn and document plant processes, collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and translate insights into scalable best practices.

* Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, ensuring clarity, alignment, and engagement.

What we look for:

* Bachelor's degree in Related Field (Business, Engineering, etc.).

* Have 2+ years Manufacturing, Supply Chain or Data Management Experience (or like experience).

* Be Microsoft Applications Proficient (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

* Proven ability to analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

* Demonstrated ability to lead and support process‑related projects-including equipment upgrades, new technology implementations, and system improvements-while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards.

* Be able to work closely with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to identify process bottlenecks, develop solutions, and implement best practices.

* Preferred experience with Manufacturing Trials, Lean Manufacturing, DMAIC, TRACC, and Power BI.

Workplace type:

Onsite:
This role will work at the Amherst, VA plant Monday - Friday.

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.

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[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…