Engineering Technical Leader – Process

Engineering Technical Leader – Process

Job Description

You were made to do this work: designing new technologies, diving into data, optimizing digital experiences, and constantly developing better, faster ways to get results. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to building technology for a purpose that matters. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world.  It starts with YOU. 

As the Engineering Technical Leader you will support the Kimberly Clark Professional Tissue & Towel Team, focusing primarily on process & product solutions for the Hand towel and tissue categories. This role is critical in delivering new product solutions to the fuel business growth as well as implementing manufacturing optimization and brand maintenance programs to deliver business results.  You will lead and manage multi-faceted R&D programs in support of realizing short term & long-term business objectives and collaborate with Family Care initiatives, supporting the overall One Tissue Network

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with Product Supply, Quality, Product Safety, Brand Marketing, Mills, and other cross-functional team members to:

• Optimize the health of the current portfolio of towel & tissue products through effective renovation.

• Deliver improved margins throughout the towel & tissue portfolio effectively balancing value creation and value capture (Product Design Cost Savings).

• Lead support of Product Supply needs with External Contract Manufacturer’s towel & tissue supply.

• Lead support of Central Certification efforts by maintaining the annual auditing of the NA Product Supply Mills and External contract Manufacturing (ECM).

• Lead support of Capital engineering projects as necessary to support the towel & tissue portfolio.

• Maintain technical and scientific expertise in Towel & Tissue technologies (i.e. UCTAD, LDC and Rolled & Folded Products Converting technologies) and communicate impact of developments on Kimberly-Clark.  Collaborate with the Kimberly-Clark Professional (KCP) Technical Leader and Strategist community, representing KCP North America team as the Towel & Tissue Technical Leader.

• Utilize and promote the use of ETQ for the Commercialization Checklist, Specification Management, Change Management and Change Control to elevate Quality in all of Kimberly-Clark’s products and processes.

• Drive a culture of protected and documented innovation to enhance K-C proprietary technology, products and business processes through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.

• Manage the relationships between Central and NA R&E project teams to ensure effective knowledge transfer of technology development projects.

• Develop, coordinate, and lead project management plans to ensure the innovation pipeline is commercialized with excellence and activities are executed on-time/on-cost.

• Maintain documentation as required by the stage-gate development process.

• Prepare and implement unit budgets and schedules.

• Implement appropriate internal controls and standards to ensure compliance with applicable policies, laws and regulations.

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 experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements 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.

In one of our technical roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in related major scientific or engineering discipline from an accredited college or university, Process Engineering/Chemical Engineering &/or Paper Science degree preferred.

• At least 12 years or more of relevant engineering experience in a variety of assignments, with B2B and/or mill experience preferred.

• In-depth experience with the product/process design and commercialization process and a demonstrated ability to work through that process to deliver differentiated solutions to target customers. Preferred process/product design and commercialization experience in Towel & Tissue products.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, collaborate with, inspire, and influence multifunctional teams, including business unit marketing, sales and manufacturing, and product supply to drive results and customer satisfaction.

• A demonstrated ability to lead teams that accomplish business objectives within required timeframes.

• A track record of excellent project management, stakeholder management, presentation skills, and leadership skills.

• Experience working with the business unit to develop, engage, and lead strategies/ projects.

• Proven leadership in achieving cost transformation targets.

• Experience as a thought leader demonstrating ability to influence others including senior leaders.

• Demonstrated ability to manage projects through a stage-gate product development process.

• Experience in developing/managing internal and external stakeholder relationships.

• Experience working with 3rd party vendors, contract manufacturers, and internal manufacturing operations.

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.

In the meantime, please check out the careers website.

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.

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

Salary Range: $128,000 - $158,000 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.

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

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