Lead Engineer Mechanical – Beech Island BCC ALOHA Platform Team

Job Description

You were made to do this work: exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

It starts with YOU.

In this role, you will:

• Support the Baby Child Care ALOHA diaper manufacturing assets in Beech Island, SC.
• Design, develop, optimize, and problem solve converting processes in a manner that meets safety, quality, and operational performance expectations.
• Provide leadership and creativity in design, development, optimization, and problem solving for diaper machine manufacturing processes.
• Report to the ALOHA Platform Senior Asset Leader in Baby Child Care at the Beech Island Mill and receive direction in the form of general project objectives.
• Support day-to-day asset operation by providing mechanical technical knowledge and guidance for other team members; supporting or leading efforts in the areas of safety, quality, people, delivery, and cost savings; driving and recommending actions to realize goals; providing effective communication of accomplishments.
• Actively support standard solutions within the Personal Care Business Unit.
• 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 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 and processes to meet unit objectives.
• Lead single or multiple machine projects with a financial scope of up to $5 million from conception through commercialization.
• Identify and solve complex technical issues and provide necessary solutions to eliminate root causes.
• 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.

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.

In one of our manufacturing 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:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or in Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.
• 3+ years of experience in a variety of technical and/or operational assignments in a manufacturing environment or other environment with the understanding and flexibility to work in a manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team while providing task-oriented direction to others to complete projects within required timeframes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Specific, in-depth technical knowledge and expertise in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years’ experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with external technical service providers.
• Familiarity with capital projects, machine installations, and start-ups.
• Direct experience problem solving complex challenges.

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, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses 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.

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 Location

Beech Island Mill:

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time