Job Description:

Packaging Coordinator

Job Description

You take changing priorities in stride

You stay calm and carry on when you’re asked to meet a changing or unexpected situation. When you’re required to bend a little, or maybe even a lot, your professionalism shines and the challenge is met. You can work alone or with others, and you have the flexibility to be able to compromise, on occasion, for the greater good. You will be greatly valued here.

Summary of Position:  

This position is responsible for maintaining complete and accurate data and managing a flow of packaging specifications during development into an electronic system for Packaging specifications/UPCs on consumer products used by multiple internal functional areas and external suppliers/vendors.

Organizational Relationships: Reports to R&E Senior Packaging Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Enters, maintains, and provides accurate specification data and ensures proper control of all packaging information, specifications and UPCs.  Understands and follows corporate policies and procedures and industry standards for packaging specifications, including being recognized as an expert on bar code symbology, stock code creation and rollover/launch guidelines related to Packaging.  




• Prepares packaging material specifications and initiates/manages changes or waivers to packaging specifications in an accurate and timely manner.  Adheres to standard work, work instructions and best practices. 




• Facilitates flow of information in development of specifications, including problem solving for unique/different packaging set-ups, to successfully deliver project timelines and deliverables.  Serves as a central point of contact for in-process specification development.




• Supports cross-functional teams while fostering positive working relationships with a proven spirit of collaboration and partnership to drive solutions that meet business and customer/consumer needs. 




• Demonstrates working knowledge of K-C operations and production capabilities, as well as packaging and supply chain processes to capitalize on cost reduction opportunities and increase production and process efficiency.




• Completes project assignments to support business and department objectives. 

Department Specific/ Non- essential functions, include but not limited to;

• Works with Packaging and cross-functional teams to deliver business objectives. 
  Utilizes internal Packaging/R&E resources to deliver short- and long-term business results. 




• Ensures the appropriate and effective protection for proprietary information.
  Supports the execution and utilization of business practices/processes within the R&E organization including IMF, LEAN and Portfolio Management. 




• Ensures all work complies with corporate safety, regulatory, product safety and sustainability requirements.




• Manages self in accordance with the One K-C Behaviors.
  Ensures that all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development and Diversity and Code of Conduct policies are fully supported. 




• Communicates professionally and appropriately with all customers, conducting all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty so as to build an unimpeachable business reputation.

Our fast pace keeps us energized and at the top of our profession

If you’re invigorated by action and have the valuable ability to think and act with focus when the heat is on, please don’t waste a moment to contact us.  Here, diversity creates a varied and vibrant community where all are welcomed and included.

Minimum Requirements: 

Education required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications:  

• 5 plus years of accurate data entry or equivalent experience.




• Advanced computer/systems skills; SAP experience is required, SAP/PLM experience is preferred




• Prior Packaging Coordinator experience

Critical Skills/Qualifications:    

• Strong planning/organizing and analytical skills




• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects with conflicting deadlines and objectives 




• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships and work with multi-functional teams – recognized as a resource




• Ability to communicate professionally in both oral and written form to inspire others to action




• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in an environment with a high degree of change 




• Effectively utilize and manage multiple computer systems including SAP/PLM, Microsoft Office packages




• Basic product and strong packaging process knowledge, including industry standards and best practices (ie GTIN/GSL)




• Utilize tenacity and thoroughness in accomplishment of self-initiated and directed daily activities. 

Other Skills:    

• Leadership skills will reflect One K-C Behaviors and competencies in alignment with the role




• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel

Working Conditions: 
Travel less than 10% of the work time. Travel may include business travels via aircrafts and motor vehicles to various locations. Working conditions require ability to effectively communicate with individuals and groups, work under normal office conditions and an ability to work in manufacturing sites.

We invite you to participate in our collaborative organization

We’re a dynamic, interactive organization looking for people with ideas to share. Here, not a single mind or idea is unimportant, because the truth is that we cannot do without a single one of them, and we don’t know where our best ideas will come from. The diversity of our workforce brings fresh perspectives that make “brainstorming” all the more stimulating. Equal opportunities are waiting for all in our welcoming and respectful workplace.

Kimberly-Clark makes the essentials for a better life with well-known brands that matter every day – at home, school, work and on the go. Throughout our 148 years, we have challenged conventional wisdom to innovate products that better meet the needs of consumers. We have created new categories with top brands like Kleenex®, and redefined categories with Huggies® and U by Kotex®. While growing our $18+ billion global business, we help build careers through collaborative teams that push boundaries and endless opportunities to work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Our 43,000 employees are changing the world for the better, too, generously giving back to communities and causes around the globe. 

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.

This position may require a post-offer/pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT) to confirm that individuals are able to perform the essential functions of the job.

K-C requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.  In the event an applicant does not have current work authorization, K-C will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization.  However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship. This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment testing.

Global VISA and Relocation Specifications:

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

Primary Location

USA-WI-Neenah

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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