Material Scientist
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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 ground-breaking this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
We are seeking a Materials Scientist to support the Personal Care sector in Neenah Wisconsin. This role is a member of the Research and Development Adult and Feminine Care Business Continuity team supporting material changes required to support Quality Supply Continuity and Cost Savings initiatives. This role will work with fast moving Personal Care consumable products. The incumbent reports to a Team Leader and receives direction in the form of specific project and innovation pipeline objectives.
The Materials Scientist will interact daily with the R&E community consisting of product process and material experts. This team is accountable for the development through launch phases of improved or new materials the deliver on consumer needs.
In this role you will:
- Develop and lead material qualification plans in partnership with Product Process Manufacturing and Supply teams.
- Collaborate with Product teams to understand consumer needs and product performance targets.
- Collaborate with PC project teams and ensure development and commercialization work for material qualification is effectively progressed.
- Collaborate with key material suppliers to develop relationships and technologies to accelerate innovation to our consumers
- Ensure all work complies with corporate safety regulatory product safety and sustainability requirements.
- Work independently and progress with some instruction from senior members on the team.
- Provide leadership and decision making from the material perspective to the overall project stakeholders through qualification process.
- Influence vendors and partner with procurement supply chain safety regulatory and legal as required by project needs on a weekly basis.
About Us
Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. Kimberly-Clark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand so does the rest of the fact millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldnt exist without talented professionals like you.
At Kimberly-Clark 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 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 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:
- Bachelors or advanced degree in related scientific or engineering discipline; 1 years of industry experience in research or engineering product/material development project management roles or other related experience
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting required timelines.
- A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and across functional boundaries to complete projects within required timeframes.
- Travel up to 15%
- Experience leading product design changes and experience analyzing material properties and impact on product performance is preferred.
- Familiarity with PLM Quality Management Systems is preferred.
Total Benefits
Here are just a few of the benefits youd enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview see .
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 encompassesthe experiences of our 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.
This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the roles country only. Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role.
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Salary Range: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 Location
Neenah - West R&E OfficeAdditional Locations
Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
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