Sr. Engineering Manager

Kimberly-Clark • Loudon, TN

1d • $157,720 - $194,760 • Onsite

About The Position

This role will provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise in Tissue manufacturing and converting processes to lead overall process optimization through application of technology, implementation of best practice standards, building capability within the salary & hourly teams, and driving cost savings programs within the Mill. Incumbent reports to the Plant Manager. Responsibilities include providing technical leadership and cost savings/optimization program development; proactively supporting business strategies; driving and recommending actions to realize goals; working collaboratively with R&D and peer Mills to support their technical needs and also identifying best practices; determining project management details; monitoring progress; implementing visions of future direction; driving innovation in the development of new product, process, or material concepts; coaching and mentoring other team members; and providing effective communication of accomplishments. Actively pursues and supports standard solutions across the site and within the Tissue Business Unit. Dimensions: Direct reports: 2-5 Indirect Reports – 6 Asset Based Process Engineers Customers: Plant Leadership Team, Tissue Manufacturing and Converting Asset Teams, Site Technical Team, Hourly Operations & Maintenance Team, Staff Engineering Team, and Vendors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or related discipline and 12+ years industrial experience or another equivalent combination of education and experience with a solid background of technical knowledge and experience combined with a demonstrated track record in leading and directing a technical team and projects that successfully meet business objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members.
• Frequently a recognized expert in a key part of the K-C proprietary knowledge base.
• A strong Process Engineering / Process Technical expert level background is required for this position.
• Subject matter expert in papermaking manufacturing technologies, products, processes and materials, direct experience with Tissue Manufacturing operation and/or process development preferred.
• Ability to effectively influence across all levels and functions in the organization, drive decision-making and execute complex projects on demanding timelines.
• Strong recognized problem-solving skills, including Complex Problem Solving, with the ability to conduct larger problem solving sessions on business critical issues (in this mill or others).
• LSS methodology and ability to progress to the Black belt level.

Nice To Haves

• direct experience with Tissue Manufacturing operation and/or process development preferred.
• preference to either be LSS black belt certified or actively working towards certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership by example in corporate safety, quality, regulatory, product safety and sustainability.
• Support the application of the sector Quality Management Process in all assignments and responsibilities.
• Ensure that all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development and Diversity policy are fully supported as appropriate for the position.
• Manage self in accordance with the K-C Ways of Working, utilize LEAN principles in the development and management of work and drive change within the organization as a role model for process improvement.
• Protect and defend K-C proprietary technology, products, and business processes through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.
• Conceive, develop, validate, share and teach ideas leading to new or improved products, processes, materials, systems or basic scientific knowledge as appropriate to the business unit and peer Mills.
• Locate existing, internal or external, or novel technology solutions for process and product needs 3 – 5 years from commercialization that enable realization of business unit strategies. Recommend strategies to protect novel technology solutions to sustain identified advantage in market.
• Apply engineering principles, standards and procedures in the execution of projects and programs to advance process innovation.
• Strong analytical/statistical skills and ability to mine process data from MES systems and provide clear direction as to opportunity areas for improvement.
• Experienced working with external technical service providers and suppliers.
• Recommend strategies to protect novel technology solutions to sustain identified advantage in market.
• Maintain technical and scientific expertise in an area of technology and communicate impact of developments on Kimberly-Clark.
• Coach and teach team members to increase technical understanding and effective communication of technical accomplishments and to promote growth of leadership qualities.
• 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.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to discuss technical issues in a business environment (mill technical and operations resources, suppliers, management, etc.).
• Communicate appropriately with all customers, conducting all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty to build an unimpeachable business reputation.
• Support Lean Six Sigma methodology through mentoring of candidates, as well as preference to either be LSS black belt certified or actively working towards certification.

Benefits

• 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.
• eligibility for a target bonus
• comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager