Lead Process Engineer

As a person, you’re a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality, always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success story. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

In this role, you will:

• Design and implement safe, compliant equipment and processes that protect personnel and meet operational standards.

• Lead medium-to-large initiatives to enhance asset performance, drive system improvements, and achieve strategic objectives.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and manage expenses within asset budgets.

• Apply engineering, scientific analysis, LEAN, and project management principles to solve complex process issues.

• Support maintenance teams in troubleshooting and reliability projects; document equipment issues and opportunities.

• Contribute to site training plans and provide engineering support including on-call and shift coverage.

• Guide safety teams and trial planning efforts; collaborate across departments to ensure alignment with long-term vision.

• Provide input on capital and expense planning, including early-stage design, equipment selection, and commissioning.

• Coordinate with utilities/facilities to manage operational impacts and implement effective solutions.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• Position typically Bachelor or advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science OR 4+ years of equivalent related experience.

• A 3+ years of industrial experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments in a high-speed consumer product manufacturing and/or staff environment.

• A demonstrated ability to work independently, or as part of a team to complete projects within required timeframes

• Experience using manufacturing analysis tools, such as: statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.

• Multiple years of experience in a variety of mill manufacturing and staff support or capital project assignments, including product, process and asset support, is a plus.

• Extensive knowledge with personal care wipes production equipment, materials, and processes is preferred.

• Experience working with external technical service provider, is preferred.

• Familiarity with high-speed manufacturing equipment machine startups, a plus.

• Flexibility to travel up to 15% for benchmarking and best practice sharing across North America facilities.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

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And finally, the fine print….

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.

Salary Range: 85,540 – 105,620 USD. At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.