Sr Engineer Mechanical - Towels & Wipers

Sr Engineer Mechanical - Towels & Wipers

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer provides technical leadership for the KCNA Supply Chain with a focus on delivering a step-change in asset performance while driving costs down to world class benchmarks.  This position provides technical troubleshooting and support, collaborating with mill staff and cross-functional team members in the design, development, and optimization of processes in support of overall OEE delivery, cost reduction, and sustainability compliance. 

Organizational Relationships:

• Reports to the Engineering Technical Strategist and Team Leader in the KCNA Towel & Wiper Supply Chain Optimization Team 
• Interacts frequently with Mill Operating Teams, Staff Manufacturing, Research & Development (R&D), Planning, Distribution, and Procurement. 

In this role, you will:

• Flow to work as part of the Supply Chain Team.  Expected to be able to support converting and manufacturing activities across all KCNA.  In the event of escalation, assist AO teams to return asset to target results. 
• Drive the development and execution of the OEE plans for assets.  Coordinate and lead targeted onsite action plans.  Provide hands-on assistance to onsite teams.  Significant presence at KCNA mills is expected. 
• Support and implement strategy deployment process for capacity and capability liberation supporting the KCNA OEE Strategy, Supply Chain Priority Initiatives, and Cost Transformation requirements. 
• Provide leadership of initiatives that improve OEE on supply chain focus assets.   
• 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 keeping a customer focused mindset. 
• Support multiple initiatives to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve KCNA business results. 
• Develop technical and scientific expertise in an areas of industrial equipment function, optimization and reliability.  
• Maintain technical expertise in the area of mechanical engineering.  Good working knowledge of AutoCAD / SolidWorks, mechanical design, and reliability principles. 
• Implement the documentation and report of unit work as required by KC policy, effective communication, protection of proprietary information, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 
• Provide leadership by example in corporate safety, quality, regulatory, product safety and sustainability. 
• Ensure that all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development policy are fully supported. 

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.

At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You 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.

You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

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

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

• A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience or an Associate’s degree with an equivalent of twenty plus (20+) years of experience in a related discipline (e.g. Science, Technology, or Engineering). 
• Direct experience with UCTAD, HK and/or DRC technologies/platforms strongly preferred. 
• Proven ability to work in a cross-functional network at sector. 
• Subject matter experience in converting and/or tissue manufacturing operation and optimization.     
• Demonstrated ability to teach SME and SMS personnel.       
• Demonstrated knowledge of functional specifications, and P&ID development. 
• Demonstrated knowledge in pneumatic and hydraulic system usage and design.   
• Ability to effectively collaborate with a cross-functional team that includes R&D, Supply Chain, mill operations, procurement, equipment suppliers and external service providers. 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to lead technical initiatives and projects that successfully meet business objectives.  

Travel Expectations & Work Environment:

• On-site and Remote Office conditions 
• Manufacturing facilities  
• Travel by ground and air, including international travel, up to 50% 
• Must be located near a KCNA facility (Neenah, WI; Jenks, OK; Beech Island, SC; Loudon TN; Owensboro, KY; Roswell, GA; Corinth, MS; Marinette, WI; or Mobile, AL.

Total Benefits

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.
 

Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with 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.

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.

And finally, the fine print….

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.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

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

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion. 

US Grade 10

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Salary Range: 85,540 – 105,620 USDAt 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 LocationRoswell Building 300

Additional LocationsBeech Island Mill, Jenks Mill, Mobile Mill, Owensboro Mill, USA-MS-Corinth, USA-TN-Loudon, USA-WI-Marinette, USA-WI-Neenah

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time