Continuous Improvement and Capabilities Manager

Continuous Improvement and Capabilities Manager

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies Kleenex Cottonelle Scott Kotex Poise Depend and Kimberly-Clark Professional. At Kimberly-Clark its all here for youinnovation growth and the chance to make a real impact.

As a CI Leader at Kimberly Clark you will provide strategic leadership for Continuous Improvement (CI) and capabilities processes and teams at the manufacturing site. This position is responsible to provide leadership to embed a CI and change management mindset. They will also develop capability and a learning culture through Training 4 Excellence (T4E) standards and processes and drive cost savings and process improvements using various tools and techniques such as Operational Excellence (OPEX) and Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and Fuel to Grow (F2G) while fostering a strong people first culture for the site.

As a person youre a learner a natural leader someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

About You

In one of our manufacturing roles youll focus on winning with consumers and the market while putting safety mutual respect and human dignity at the center. Job responsibilities include:

• Safety.
• Quality.
• People: Focus on Organizational Transformation and Culture.
• Provide high-level planning with the oversight and/or hands-on execution of the four key areas of Change Management related to site specific initiatives.
• Delivery: Provide strategy to build capability of all team members at the site through the Training 4 Excellence program.
• Cost.

To succeed in this role you will need the following qualifications:

• Position requires knowledge and experience typically associated with a bachelors degree and 10 years of manufacturing related experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in a high-speed industrial manufacturing environment/plant experience.
• The incumbent would typically have significant experience in Engineering Operations Lean Manufacturing and Maintenance and be very familiar with the application of Lean CI OPEX LSS adult learning tools and theory.
• Possesses strong understanding of the broader business and organization; and can relate and connect the CI and Capabilities organization to it.
• Incumbent would possess demonstrated ability to organize and lead a multi-functional team and foster a proactive team environment.
• Experience with developing and cascading large-scale strategy demonstrated problem-solving mindset strong project management skills and proficiency with MS Suite are desired.
• Experience in multiple mills product systems and staff experience leadership of exempt workforce is highly desired.
• Experience in change management in addition to coaching and mentoring at all levels to drive collaboration across teams and functions is highly desired. Change management certification or designation strongly desired (Prosci preferred).

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset and were committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If youre looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

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

To Be Considered

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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 checkand DMV check.

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

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.

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clarks applicable mobility benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clarks sole discretion.

This is a M3/Grade 8 and compensation may vary based on location.

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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.

New Milford Mill

Employee

Regular

Full time