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.
• Specifically, the Engineer for this role will offer Process Engineering and technical support for our converting assets.
• The incumbent reports to the Marinette Product System Leader.

KEY CUSTOMERS:

Sector Management, Project Sponsors, Staff Engineering, Mill leadership, Mill Asset teams, Reliability teams, and operations team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Carry out all job responsibly 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.
• Drive OPEX Diagnostics and support implementation plans.
• Coordinate with the quality department the way to manage non-conformities.
• Support the implementation of key initiatives to improve asset performance and meet team objectives.
• Support the development and implementation of centerlines.
• Lead development and implementation of Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives.
• Effective leader and implementer of major activities that support strategy business plans.
• Support TM/Converting Partnership.
• Provide support to other asset areas as requested.
• Drive strategic initiatives for the converting department.
• Understand and perform basic financial analysis to determine best cost options for process and project initiatives.
• Effectively manage tools such as PI Vision, PIMs, process book, reports, etc.
• Working knowledge of PIMS, Process Books, PI vision and strong Excel skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidates must possess a bachelor’s or advanced degree in Chemical engineering, Mechanical engineering, or Pulp & Paper from an accredited college or university.
• Strong experience using manufacturing analytical tools such as statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, Six Sigma, and lean manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, and to lead a team to complete projects within required timeframes.
• Understanding of Lean concepts with demonstrated ability to teach/develop others
• Evidence of continuing self-development
• Experience working with external technical service providers
• Knowledge of recycled fiber processes a plus.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. 25% of people in the world use Kimberly-Clark products every day, and it takes the best people to make that happen.

We’re founded on 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform, especially when it comes to product and process innovation. Our customers are always looking for new and better. Our competitors won’t stop evolving. And our communities demand responsible corporate practices. We need bold, transformative ideas from people who can turn them into reality. That means there’s no time like the present to make an impact at Kimberly-Clark. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

About You

You’re driven to perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

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

• Strong experience using manufacturing analytical tools such as statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, Six Sigma, and lean manufacturing.

• Experience working with external technical service providers
• Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, polices and guidelines
• Drive OPEX Diagnostics and support implementation plans.

Total Benefits

Here are a few of the benefits you’d enjoy. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.

• Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options. No waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

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.

Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact 866-444-4516 or kcchrprod@service-now.com for assistance. You must include the six-digit Job # with your request.

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.