Lead Engineer - Process

Kimberly-Clark • Island, KY

88d • $85,540 - $105,620

About The Position

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. We are seeking an experienced Process Engineer at our Beech Island, SC Facility. As a member of the Beech Island Engineering Team, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to support one of the plant product systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science from an accredited college or university.
• 3+ years of experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments in a manufacturing or R&E environment.
• A demonstrated ability to work independently, or as part of a team while providing task-oriented direction to others in order to complete projects within required timeframes.
• Experience using manufacturing analysis tools, such as: statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, policies and guidelines.
• Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel.
• Drive improvement in speed, waste and delay per asset objectives.
• Ensure conformance to FPS, review results and initiates programs to reduce variability to meet quality scorecard metrics.
• Identify cost savings opportunities and manage expense spending to unit budget limits.
• Lead and support the operations teams in troubleshooting.
• Effectively interface with inter-plant departments, staff LCM Process team, Research and Capital Execution teams.
• Develop knowledge and skills in leadership of the application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, and project management.
• Identify complex technical issues and provide necessary solutions to determine root cause.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees