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Dental hygienist

Irvine, CA · On-site

$57 - $62/hr

MacArthur Dental Arts in Irvine, CA, is looking for a dedicated RDH to join our team starting in late December 2025/early January 2026. If you're passionate about excellent oral healthcare, patient ...

Recreation Supervisor

CA · On-site

$25/hr

Overview As a Recreation Supervisor, you'll be responsible for supervising the recreation team and assisting the Recreation Manager at Everline Resort & Spa starting in December 2026 You'll oversee ...

... December, with an orientation date set for September .Seasonal employees are expected toworka full-time schedule of 40 hours per week. Pay: Starting Hourly Rate: $20.85 Shift Differential: $.50 per ...

... December, with an orientation date set for September .Seasonal employees are expected toworka full-time schedule of 40 hours per week. Pay: Starting Hourly Rate: $20.85 Shift Differential: $.50 per ...

Bar back shifts are evening shifts (typically starting between 5pm - 6pm, and ending between 11pm ... The first 12 rooms were completed December 24, 1958, and were given complementary for that night ...

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What is a Starting December?

'Starting December' jobs refer to employment positions that have a start date set in December. These opportunities may be seasonal, temporary, or permanent and are often found in industries with increased demand at the end of the year, such as retail, hospitality, and logistics. Job seekers interested in these roles should apply in advance to ensure availability and to complete any necessary onboarding processes before the December start date.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Starting December, and why are they important?

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What are some common challenges faced by professionals starting a new role in December, and how can they address them?

Starting a new position in December can present unique challenges, such as onboarding during the holiday season when team members may be on vacation and workflows are slower. This period often requires new hires to be proactive in seeking guidance and introductions, as regular team activities might be paused. It's helpful to schedule one-on-one meetings with colleagues, familiarize yourself with company resources, and set clear expectations with your manager to ensure a smooth transition. Taking initiative in learning and building relationships can help you integrate effectively despite the seasonal slowdown.

What is the difference between Starting December vs Starting November?

AspectStarting DecemberStarting November
Typical Hiring PeriodEnd of year, holiday seasonLate fall, pre-holiday season
Work EnvironmentOffice, retail, or seasonal settingsOffice, retail, or seasonal settings
Required CredentialsVaries by role, often entry-levelVaries by role, often entry-level
Industry UsageRetail, hospitality, seasonal jobsRetail, hospitality, seasonal jobs

Starting December and Starting November are both common hiring periods for seasonal roles, especially in retail and hospitality. December hiring often targets holiday season needs, while November focuses on pre-holiday preparations. Both periods require similar credentials and work environments, but the timing influences the workload and peak activity periods.

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Infographic showing various Starting December job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 45% Full Time, 43% Part Time, and 9% Temporary. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Hybrid job distribution.

R&D Packaging Scientist 1 (Recent Grad Starting in 2026)

The Clorox Company

Pleasanton, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

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. #CloroxIsThePlace
Your role at Clorox:
The Research and Development organization is embedded within each of our Clorox businesses, taking new generations of consumer products from concept to reality. With such diverse roles as engineers, scientists, packaging experts, and technicians R&D is a community of technical leaders and managers actively involved in virtually every step in the lifecycle of our products, from initial concept to raw materials to final goods on store shelves. R&D is committed to leveraging the latest technology to bring consumers the high-quality, innovative products they expect and deserve.
In this role, you will:
As an R&D Packaging Scientist at Clorox you will enable superior packaging innovation that drives profitable growth, by delivering optimized packaging solutions that delight consumers, elevate brand equity and improve the consumer experience via sustainability and design. You'll leverage an engineering mindset as you work with R&D Product and Process Development, Marketing, Sales, and Supply chain - to understand consumer needs, investigate future technologies, identify sustainable packaging opportunities, design and develop functional and cost-effective solutions while overcoming packaging technical hurdles. You'll make a difference from day one, contributing to products used by millions of people while growing your technical and leadership skills working on some of the most trusted brands in the consumer goods industry. In this role you will:
  • 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.

What we look for:
  • Majors:
    • B.S. Packaging Engineering, B.S. Material Science Engineering, or B.S. Mechanical Engineering, M.S. Packaging Science
  • Requirements:
    • 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.

Workplace type:
Hybrid
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: $74,200 - $135,800
-Zone B: $68,000 - $124,500
-Zone C: $61,800 - $113,100
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.
Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.
To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.