Digital Manufacturing Leader

Digital Manufacturing Leader

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.

At the KC Warren Plant we are building more than a manufacturing facilitywe are building a High Performance Work System (HPWS) where employees are empowered to make decisions solve problems develop new skills and directly influence business results.

Our culture is built around shared leadership continuous learning accountability and respect for people. Employees are expected to contribute ideas challenge the status quo and work collaboratively to improve safety quality reliability and performance every day.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this role is to own the execution of the KCNA Digital Manufacturing strategy for the plant; focused on equipment capability building and value delivery. He/she will be a technical expert and support the advancement of major digital systems processes and capabilities to achieve a highly connected operationally efficient and effective manufacturing environment across the plant. Incumbent will also champion and support all other mobile digital applications used by the site (i.e. Poka Seeq Schedule Pro etc.) in alignment with other Kimberly-Clark North America facilities. This role is viewed as an expert in complex application environments encompassing both business process understanding and technical expertise. Influential communication growth mindset and the ability to strategically navigate at multiple levels of a diverse plant organization are important in this role. Key stakeholders include but not limited to KCNA Supply Chain Digital teams Plant leaders DTS Engineering and Plant teams.

This role is responsible for the digital manufacturing strategy execution at the site level in alignment with the KCNA Digital Strategy as well as effectively leading business objectives for the site. The incumbent will work with project teams compiled of employees from multiple disciplines. This role will have interaction across sites and opportunities for involvement in broad based business projects. Objectives typically are focused at the plant level for safety quality continuous improvement productivity cost internal control asset management and team capability development but should drive standardization across KCNA. Incumbent reports to the site Continuous Improvement Leader.

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:

• Key strategy owner for implementing digital programs for sustaining the long-term growth of the KC digital manufacturing strategy.
• Develops advises and recommends long term resolutions to systemic manufacturing problems.
• Technical expert for major digital systems processes and capabilities (i.e. SMOM EWM etc.)
• Champion & support mobile digital applications (i.e. Poka SchedulePro)
• Drive continuous improvement and change management within their system(s) of responsibility to drive efficiency and effectiveness improvements across the organization.
• Analyzes the data structure calculations and workflow within their major plant systems to leverage integrate and optimize systems and people across the supply chain.
• Provide analytical support for the data contained within and generated by the respective manufacturing system.
• Sustain and integrate data historian systems MES (Manufacturing Execution System) and QMS (Quality Management System).
• Site lead for deployment of SMOM (Smart Manufacturing Operations Management) system ensuring the success by providing technical expertise and effective facilitation of the process.
  • Develop and maintain data flows into SMOM (manual entries PLC inputs etc.) for generating information (reports dashboards etc.)
  • Support development and implementation of plans/programs for sustaining the long-term growth of SMOM to meet sector objectives.
  • Provide technical and operational expertise to achieve quick and timely solutions to SMOM related problems within all site asset team areas.

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

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Engineering Finance ITS or related field; Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience with 3 years of systems support and development.
• Exposure to Lean and demonstrated examples of application of LEAN principles (minimum of a blue belt).
• Possess or demonstrate ability to learn statistical/analytical skills: Regression Statistical Process Control Financial Analysis Analytical Modeling and Industrial Process Analytics.
• Direct experience with large interconnected software systems such as SAP ERP MES PLM etc.
• Demonstrated ability to lead the execution of a global regional or functional strategic initiative; Work collaboratively and effectively with individuals across all levels of the organization.
• May require flex schedule to support the needs of the business and objectives; Available to extend support to the 24/7 operation as required; May require some travel.

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

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.

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 P3/Grade 9 and compensation may vary based on location.

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.

Warren OH USA

Employee

Regular

Full time