Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Lead Process Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
  • Several years of progressive process engineering experience with a record of achievement.
  • Strong ability to build cross-functional networks across the enterprise.
  • Experience mentoring other engineers and implementing technical guidance.
  • Proficient in engineering systems and technical innovation tools.
  • Ability to lead projects aligned with business objectives.
  • Excellent collaboration skills, especially with R&D and supply chain teams.
  • Deep understanding of manufacturing systems and competitive processes.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Value Stream Engineering Optimization Team to support manufacturing across Baby & Child Care.
  • Lead initiatives to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness by identifying and acting on optimization opportunities.
  • Leverage production data to inform strategies for capacity and capability improvement initiatives.
  • Work with teams to manage annual Glidepaths for the Baby Child Care portfolio, supporting adjustments as needed.
  • Deliver production data reports to support performance analysis and health tracking across supply chains.
  • Engage effectively as part of a cross-functional team with a customer-focused mindset.
  • Lead and mentor team members to enhance technical expertise and drive business results.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits aimed at supporting employee success and satisfaction.
  • Access to resources that foster career development and well-being.
  • Commitment to a rewarding career within a caring company culture.
Full Job Description
Lead Process Engineer

Job Description

Locations Available: Neenah, WI, Ogden, UT, Paris, TX, Beech Island, SC, Warren, OH, or Maumelle, AR

  • Flow to work as part of the Value Stream Engineering Optimization Team. Expected to support manufacturing and converting activities across all Baby & Child Care. In the event of escalation, assist Asset Operations teams in returning assets to target performance.
  • Provide technical leadership for sector-wide Overall Equipment Effectiveness improvement initiatives by identifying optimization opportunities, developing and executing action plans, and driving accountability across Baby Child Care assets.
  • Support and implement strategy deployment for capacity and capability liberation by leveraging production data to inform Baby Child Care Overall Equipment Effectiveness Strategy, Supply Chain Priority Initiatives, and Cost Transformation efforts.
  • Collaborate with mill and value stream teams to develop and manage annual Glidepaths for the Baby Child Care portfolio, including providing input and supporting adjustments.
  • Deliver periodic production data reports to Platform Leads and key stakeholders to support platform health tracking, performance analysis, and data-driven decision-making across the Baby Child Care Supply Chain.
  • Effectively collaborate with a cross-functional team that includes R&D, Supply Chain, mill operations, procurement, equipment suppliers, and external service providers. Partner with mill teams while maintaining a customer focused mindset.
  • Lead, coach, and mentor team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve Baby Child Care’s business results.
  • Coordinate team travel planning in partnership with mills and staff to ensure effective onsite support.
  • Document and report unit work in accordance with Kimberly-Clark policy, ensuring effective communication, protection of proprietary information, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

 

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

Required Qualifications

  • B.S. or M.S. in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline from an accredited university, including Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials/Polymer Science, or Biomedical Engineering.
  • Multiple years of process engineering experience in progressively broader technical or operational roles, with a demonstrated track record of achievement and growth.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain strong cross-functional networks at the enterprise level.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor subject matter expert personnel.
  • Strong fundamentals in engineering systems and tools to drive technical innovation.
  • Ability to lead technical teams and projects that meet business objectives.
  • Effective collaboration skills across R&D, Supply Chain, mill operations, procurement, equipment suppliers, and external service providers.
  • Solid understanding of manufacturing systems, materials, product, and competitive process knowledge.
  • Strong LEAN, problem-solving, process validation, and technical documentation skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to travel 25% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in packaging, bagger, or casepacking.
  • Experience in both manufacturing and staff environment.
  • Direct experience with Personal Care manufacturing technologies and Baby & Child Care business platforms.
  • Proficiency in process engineering data analytics tools (Excel, PI, Plant Applications, MIDAS, SEEQ, JMP).

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.​

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Primary LocationOgden

Additional LocationsBeech Island Mill, Maumelle Facility, Neenah - West Office Facility 1, Paris Plant, Warren Plant

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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