Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Lead Process Engineer

Kimberly-Clark Corporation • $87K — $107K *
Atlanta, GA 30349In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a relevant scientific degree.
  • 3+ years of related technical experience in mill, production, or R&D environments.
  • Proficient in conducting equipment reviews and acceptance testing during vendor and OEM visits.
  • Willingness to travel 25-30% for project installations and related tasks.
  • Experience in leading and mentoring engineering teams.

Responsibilities

  • Provide process engineering support to the Enterprise Capital Engineering team across the tissue value stream.
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain, R&D, Procurement, and various tissue mill sites and suppliers.
  • Lead product and process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $100 million.
  • Initiate and optimize manufacturing and converting equipment and processes to meet operational goals.
  • Ensure all responsibilities are carried out safely, adhering to safety codes and guidelines.
  • Identify and resolve complex technical issues, driving solutions to eliminate root causes.
  • Coach and mentor team members to enhance technical skills and improve business results.

Benefits

  • Flexible work model blending remote work with intentional in-person collaboration.
  • Access to resources for employee success and development.
  • Supportive company culture focusing on employee well-being and contributions.
  • Comprehensive benefits package detailed on the company benefits website.
  • Opportunities for continued self-development and career advancement.
Full Job Description
Lead Process Engineer

Job Description

In one of our process engineer 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:
  • Providing process engineering support to the Enterprise Capital Engineering team across the tissue value stream. The Process Engineer for this role will provide capital project leadership and support in the development, layout, design, installation, and start-up of equipment and ancillary systems to address capacity, capability, innovation, safety, and obsolescence needs for the NA Tissue Value Stream.
  • Collaborate across the Supply Chain, R&E, Procurement, tissue mill sites, key OEM equipment suppliers, technical service providers, and construction contractor networks.
  • Interacts frequently within various segments of the Tissue Value Stream organization as well as Mill Operating Teams, Staff Manufacturing, Research & Development (R&D), Planning, Distribution, and Procurement.
  • Receives project assignments from the Capital and Senior Capital Managers. May flow to work as needed across the NA Tissue Value Stream.
  • Lead single or multiple product or process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $100 million from conception through commercialization, with primary focus on Beech Island OLU project execution.
  • Provide functional leadership and creativity in the initiation of design, development, and optimization of manufacturing and converting equipment and processes to meet unit objectives.
  • Develop knowledge and skills in leadership of the application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, and project management.
  • 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. Identify complex technical issues and provide necessary solutions to determine root cause.
  • Identify complex technical issues and provide necessary solutions to eliminate root cause.
  • Conceive, develop, validate, and share ideas leading to new or improved products, processes, materials, systems or scientific knowledge aligned with business unit objectives.
  • Coach and mentor team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve NA tissue value stream business results.
  • Drive a culture of protected and documented innovation to protect and defend Kimberly-Clark proprietary technology, products, and business processes through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets. This includes completing required project documentation through EFS, EDR, and Appropriation activities and following PMP documentation including Corporate Financial Instructions (CFIs).


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

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or relevant scientific degree.
  • 3+ years of related technical experience in mill, production or staff R&D environments.
  • Manufacturing facilities, Vendor, OEM visits as projects dictate (i.e. equipment review, acceptance testing, etc.).
  • Travel is required for this role. Typical level of travel is 25-30%, heavier travel may be required at times during project installations depending on duration or complexity of project.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in improving the safe operation of high-speed manufacturing and/or converting equipment and processes, with an ability to translate that knowledge into support of process, product, and capacity improvements.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to mine process data from process data systems and provide clear direction as to opportunity areas for improvement.
  • Familiarity with machine startups.
  • Experience working with external technical service providers.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and coach less-experienced engineers.
  • Evidence of continuing self-development.


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.

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

Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark
We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That's why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration - helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

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.

Primary Location
Roswell Building 300

Additional Locations

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Regular

Time Type
Full 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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Join the Kimberly-Clark Corporation, a global leader in personal care products, and become part of a team that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. At Kimberly-Clark, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to explore your potential and develop your professional skills.

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At Kimberly-Clark Corporation, you will collaborate with some of the most talented professionals in the industry. Our team is dedicated to excellence and innovation in everything from consumer goods to essential products that enhance health and hygiene around the world. With a culture that fosters growth and leadership, you will be at the forefront of industry developments, driving change and making an impact.

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Working at Kimberly-Clark means being part of a global community that values diversity, teamwork, and mutual respect. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, a dynamic work environment, and the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives. From research and development to marketing and sales, every position plays a critical role in our success.

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Learn more about Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.8 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$2.3 billion
Founded
1872
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$19.1 billion
NASDAQ
KMB
* Ladders Estimates

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