Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Lead Engineer - Mechanical

Kimberly-Clark Corporation • $87K — $107K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited institution.
  • 2+ years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven track record of achieving objectives and effective collaboration.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to influence teams.
  • Willingness to work in a 24/7 manufacturing setting and travel up to 15% as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all job tasks are performed safely and in compliance with safety codes.
  • Develop and optimize equipment and processes to enhance safety and efficiency.
  • Support daily performance metrics related to Safety, Quality, OEE, and Cost.
  • Lead product or process improvement projects with budgets up to $10 million.
  • Identify and resolve complex technical issues through collaborative problem-solving.
  • Mentor and develop team members in engineering principles and project management.
  • Drive innovation in design and development of manufacturing equipment.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Supportive work environment that values employee well-being.
  • Access to resources for career success.
Full Job Description
Lead Engineer - Mechanical

Job Description

As the Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will support daily case handling performance, improve reliability, and executes capital projects to improve the Safety, Quality, OEE, & Cost of the Logistics System. 

 

About You

 

In one of our engineering roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. Job responsibilities include:

  • Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner.
  • Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, policies, and guidelines. 
  • Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel.
  • Support daily manufacturing asset performance to achieve Safety, Quality, OEE, & Cost objectives.
  • Provide functional leadership and creativity in the initiation of design, development, and optimization of manufacturing equipment to meet unit objectives.
  • Lead single or multiple product or process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $10 million from conception through commercialization.
  • Identify and problem solve complex technical issues and provide necessary solutions to eliminate root cause, including leading group Problem Solving sessions.
  • Develop knowledge and skills in leadership of the application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, problem solving, and project management. 
  • Assist in the development of others within the area of expertise.

 

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

  • Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university. 
  • 2+ years or more of working experience
  • Demonstrated history of proven performance in both objectives and Ways of Working.  This position requires directing the maintenance and operations team through influence and problem solving.
  • Ability and flexibility to work in a manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.
  • Ability to travel up to 15% as dictated by business need for meetings, machine install or start-up support, benchmarking, or best practice sharing across KCNA.

 

 

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

  

 

Total Benefits

 

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.​

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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​

 

 

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.

 

 

This is a P2/Grade 10 and compensation may vary based on location. 

 Salary Range: 87,260 – 107,780 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.

Primary LocationBeech Island Mill

Additional Locations

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time

About Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Kimberly-Clark is leading the world in essentials for a better life. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with nearly 58,000 employees worldwide and manufacturing operations in 37 countries, Kimberly-Clark posted sales of $21.1 billion in 2012. Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Every day, almost a quarter of the world's population trust K-C's brand and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex®, Scott®, Viva® Towels, Cottonelle®, Huggies®, Pull-Ups®, Goodnites®, U by Kotex®, Kotex®, Poise®, and Depend®, Kimberly-Clark holds the No. 1 or 2 share position in more than 80 countries.

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Learn more about Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.3 billion
Founded
1872
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$19.1 billion
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