Lead Process Engineer

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

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. The Engineer for this role will offer Process Engineering and technical leadership to the Converting assets. The successful candidate will have demonstrated ability to effectively interface with a cross-functional team that includes product/quality assurance, safety, product supply, and mill operations.

KEY CUSTOMERS:

Mill Asset teams including Operating Technicians, Mill leadership, Reliability teams, Staff Engineering, Project Sponsors and Sector Management. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out all job responsibilities 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 Cost Management/ECS initiatives




• Lead development and implementation of Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives including training of technicians




• Lead and implement major activities that support strategic business plans




• Provide mentoring to Operating Technicians




• Provide support to other asset areas as requested




• Human resources development in accordance with 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 and strong Excel skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Industrial, Chemical, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Pulp & Paper discipline from an accredited college or university and 5 years of experience 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 engineering statistics and data analyses, statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, and lean manufacturing




• Demonstrated ability to work independently or to lead a team to complete projects within required timeframes




• Understanding of Continuous Improvement and OPEX concepts with demonstrated ability to teach/develop others




• Evidence of continuing self-development




• Experience working with external technical service providers

Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people - nearly a quarter of the world's population - trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene, and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex, and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds No.1 or No. 2 share positions in more than 80 countries. With more than 140 years of history of innovation, we believe in recruiting the best people and empowering them do their best work.  If fresh thinking and a passion to win inspire you, come Unleash Your Power at Kimberly-Clark.  

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.
 

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