Rich Batton, Pmp, Cpp
About Rich Batton, Pmp, Cpp
Rich Batton, PMP, CPP, is the Senior Manager of Global Repellents at SC Johnson in Racine, Wisconsin, with extensive experience in packaging engineering and project management.
Professional Experience
Rich Batton is currently the Senior Manager of Global Repellents at SC Johnson, based in Racine, Wisconsin. He has held multiple roles at SC Johnson, including Manager of Strategic Corporate Initiatives from 2016 to 2018 and Technical Lead in Development & Engineering from 2013 to 2016. Before joining SC Johnson, he worked as Principal Packaging Engineer at Bausch + Lomb in Rochester, NY, from 2011 to 2013. Other professional roles include RD&E Group Leader for Americas Packaging at Diversey, Inc. (2002-2011), Project Manager at Microsoft (2002), Senior Engineer at Sigma Aldrich (2001-2002), and Engineer at Procter & Gamble (1998-2000).
Education and Certifications
Rich Batton holds a Master's Certificate in Project Management (MCPM) from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, achieved between 2014 and 2016. He also earned an M.S. in Packaging Engineering from Michigan State University from 2007 to 2011 and a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completed in 1997. Additionally, he is Green Belt certified in Lean Six Sigma.
Packaging Engineering Expertise
Rich Batton specializes in designing and developing innovative packaging solutions employing Voice of Customer and Design Excellence methodologies. He has set up and led multiple Packaging R&D teams, researched new materials, processes, and systems for future deployment, and established global facilities focused on compatibility and material science testing. His expertise includes blow and injection molding technology, sustainability in packaging, and Product Lifecycle Management systems.
Global and Regulatory Experience
Rich Batton has extensive global business experience across Europe, Latin America, Canada, and the U.S. He possesses expertise in the area of packaging regulations, including 21CFR, 49CFR, FDA, EPA, and FTC, and has significant experience in pharmaceutical packaging, ensuring compliance with USP/EP/JP standards. Additionally, he is knowledgeable in packaging distribution dynamics, chemical compatibility, permeation, polymer, and material science.
Innovative Packaging Projects
Throughout his career, Rich Batton has been deeply involved in the secondary packaging design and manufacturing domain, focusing on flexible and composite film technology and components. His work has involved researching and deploying new materials and processes to innovate packaging solutions, thereby enhancing sustainability and product lifecycle management.