Lead Process Engineer Tissue Manufacturing - Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Mobile, AL 36601
About the Job
Job Description
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.
Process Engineers at Kimberly-Clark initiate design, develop, optimize and problem solve manufacturing processes in a manner that meets safety, quality, and operational performance expectations.
Specifically, the Engineer for this role will offer Process Engineering and technical leadership to the Light Dry Crepe Tissue Machine and the KCP product system.
The candidate must have expertise across multiple technologies and will have demonstrated ability to effectively interface with a cross-functional team that includes product/quality assurance, safety, product supply, mill operations, etc. The incumbent reports to the Tissue Machine Asset Team Leader.
Responsibilities:
Carry out all job responsibly in a safe manner while being recognized as a positive role model for safety.
Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, polices and guidelines. Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel.
Seek, recognize, define and solve problems to achieve unit objectives. Identify complex technical issues to determine root cause and viable engineering solutions.
Lead development and implementation of key initiatives to improve asset performance and meet team objectives
Lead development and implementation of Process Health Management System for the product system.
Lead development and implementation of Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives including training of technicians.
Effective leader and implementer of major activities that support strategy business plans.
Provide mentoring to Operating Technicians, Operations Consultants, and Engineers.
Provide support to other asset areas as requested.
Human resources development in accordance with expected behaviors of the One K-C Behaviors.
Provide leadership by example in managing safety, diversity, quality attitudes & practices.
Understand and perform basic financial analysis to determine best cost options for process and project initiatives.
Ensure work is documented and is retrievable.
Working knowledge of PIMS, Process Books, DCS, SAP and strong Excel skills
About Us
Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.
At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth, and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
About You
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to experience flexible work that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Pulp & Paper, or advanced degree in technical field from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 4 years of expertise in a variety of technical or operational assignments. Other relevant scientific disciplines with the described experience level will also be considered.
Experience using manufacturing analytical tools such as statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, engineering statistics and data analyses, Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, and to lead a team to complete projects within required timeframes.
Understanding of Lean and Continuous Improvement concepts with demonstrated ability to teach/develop others
Evidence of continuing self-development
Experience working with external technical service providers
Knowledge of recycled fiber processes a plus.
Total Benefits
Here are a few of the benefits you’d enjoy. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options. 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 protectioninsurance 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. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects 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.
Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact 866-444-4516 – when prompted for employee ID, say “OTHER CALLER” - or kcchrprod@service-now.com for assistance. You must include the six digit Job # with your request.
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, including assistance to obtain proper work authorization. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will decided in Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.
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