Distribution and Packaging Technical Leader Projects

Job Description

Youre not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because were 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 youll bring your professional expertise talent and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic groundbreaking brands. In this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

Incumbent reports to the Enterprise Capital Engineering (ECE) Mill Sustaining Capital Sr Engineering Manager. You will be the KCNA Distribution and Packaging Technical leader driving the development and of Distribution and Converting packaging projects along with technical decisions to meet NA business needs using KCNA Project Management Practices (PMP) process.

In this role you will:

• Effectively collaborate with a crossfunctional team that includes NA Distribution teams Value Streams mill operations procurement equipment suppliers and with a focus on external service providers.

• Own vendor relationships including vetting and selection to drive cost effective design and for packaging conveying palletizing stretch wrapping and labeling projects.
• Owns & manages Third Party Technical Service Provider relationships
• Equipment Capability /Improvement evaluation evolving technology to meet changing business needs for Tissue and Personal Care.
• Own and develop roadmaps for obsolescence replacement plans.
• Support major initiatives such as DC Automation to ensure the Case Handling systems meets their needs ie. SLPN Labeling Double stacking.
• Work with businesses to add capability and capacity as new machines are added significant increases in rates due to upgrades or changes to product mix.
• Connection to PMOs up front to trigger need to engage with R&D ECE and Distribution teams
• Conduct EDRs including use of modeling to determine bottlenecks and look at proposed solutions.
• Develop cost estimates write appropriations & provide leadership for implementation.
• Work with ECE DCs & DC/Staff Capital leads to develop/maintain listing of capital projects to support ongoing DC needs including obsolescence.
• Support development of cost justification & communication with sites/staff to get justification & alignment.
• Lead projects through and startup

About Us

Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. KimberlyClark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand so does the rest of the world. In fact millions of people use KimberlyClark products every day. We know these amazing KimberlyClark products wouldnt exist without talented professionals like you.

At KimberlyClark youll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation growth and impact. Were founded on more than 150 years of market leadership and were always looking for new and better ways to perform so theres your open door of opportunity. Its all here for you at KimberlyClark.

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 KimberlyClark were constantly exploring new ideas on how when and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team youll 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 youll 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:

• Requires a bachelors degree in a science engineering or related discipline and 10 years industrial experience or another equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience leading capital projects and portfolios is required.
• Ability to develop TSPs and other vendors.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals across all levels of the organization.
• Flexibility to travel up to 35 as dictated by business need for meetings and machine checkouts.

• Capital project administration process expertise project TSP management

Preferred (not essential but desired):

• Experience in the design requirements and safe operation of highspeed converting equipment and conveyors through palletizing processes with an ability to translate that knowledge in support of process product and capacity improvements.
• Distribution functional knowledge is an asset
• Related technical experience includes various roles at both mill/staff locations and/or cross sector experiences.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits youd enjoy working in this role for KimberlyClark. For a complete overview see .

Great support for good health with medical dental and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or preexisting condition restrictions. Access to an onsite fitness center occupational health nurse and allowances for highquality 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.

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And finally the fine print.

For KimberlyClark 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 KimberlyClark 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 prescreening tests which may include drug screening background check and DMV check.

Salary Range: $128000 $158000 USD

At KimberlyClark 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 ProfitSharing 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.

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

KimberlyClark will support incountry relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of KimberlyClarks applicable mobility benefits/policy provided will be decided at KimberlyClarks sole discretion.