Kimberly-Clark
A global leader in essential health and hygiene products, improving lives every day.
7 hours ago
$79,880 - $94,440
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
United States
Onsite
Company Size
46,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
equipment design
process optimization
safety compliance
asset performance
sanitation standards
improvement projects
In this role you will guide the creation, refinement, and operation of equipment and processes, always adhering to safety and performance expectations. You will ensure compliance with safety codes, safeguard operators and maintenance crews, and help maintain daily manufacturing asset performance to meet safety, quality, OEE, and cost targets. Additionally, you will advise on the design of production equipment to satisfy sanitary standards and spearhead improvement projects with budgets up to $5 million, applying engineering analysis and project‑management techniques to resolve challenges.
- Guide the creation, refinement, and operation of equipment and processes while meeting safety and performance standards.
- Ensure equipment and processes comply with safety codes, policies, and guidelines.
- Safeguard the safety and well‑being of operators, maintenance staff, and other personnel.
- Support daily manufacturing asset performance to achieve safety, quality, OEE, and cost objectives.
- Provide functional guidance for production equipment design and sanitation standards.
- Lead improvement projects with budgets up to $5 million from concept through commercialization.
- Identify, define, and solve problems to meet unit objectives.
Requirements
mechanical eng
3+ years
24/7 manufacturing
prior manufacturing
cross‑functional
communication
Candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or equivalent) and have at least three years of relevant experience. Flexibility to work in a 24/7 manufacturing environment and travel up to 15 % for meetings, installations, or best‑practice sharing is required. Preferred qualifications include prior manufacturing experience, a commitment to continuous self‑development, strong cross‑functional collaboration, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Apply engineering principles, scientific analysis, and project‑management skills in leadership roles.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
- Possess at least 3 years of relevant engineering experience.
- Ability to work in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to travel up to 15 % for meetings, installations, or benchmarking.
- Preferred: prior manufacturing experience.
- Preferred: strong cross‑functional collaboration and communication skills.
Benefits
The role offers comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision) without waiting periods, on‑site fitness facilities, safety‑equipment allowances, flexible spending accounts, and diverse income‑protection insurance options. Additional programs support education, adoption, relocation, and temporary childcare. Applicants can apply online; the position is full‑time, onsite at the Marinette Mill, with a salary range of $79,880–$94,440 plus bonus and 401(k) profit‑sharing.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting periods.
- Access to on‑site fitness center and occupational health resources.
- Allowances for high‑quality safety equipment.
- Flexible spending accounts and diverse income‑protection insurance options.
- Programs supporting education, adoption, relocation, and temporary childcare.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and dmv check.
Overview
Founded in 1872
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1872, marking its beginning as a paper products manufacturer.
175+ Countries
Global Reach
The company operates its business and delivers products across more than 175 countries worldwide.
- Evolved from a paper products manufacturer into a leading provider of essential health and hygiene products.
- Offers iconic brands like Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, and Cottonelle, catering to personal care, healthcare, and home essentials.
- Produces a comprehensive portfolio of products, including diapers, tissues, wipes, and healthcare items, designed to enhance health and hygiene.
- Maintains a robust network of production facilities, research hubs, and customer relationships, driving continuous success and innovation in the consumer goods sector.
Culture + Values
- We value people and believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
- We operate with integrity, delivering on our promises to consumers and stakeholders.
- We focus on innovation, continually evolving to meet the needs of our customers and communities.
- We are committed to sustainability, advancing the well-being of future generations.
- We prioritize accountability, taking ownership of our actions and driving meaningful change.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Net Zero
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
100% Fiber
Sustainable Fiber Sources
Targets 100% of fiber from sustainable sources by 2030.
50% Plastic
Plastic Packaging Reduction
Aims to reduce plastic packaging by 50% by 2025.
19% Emissions
GHG Reduction Achieved
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 19% from a 2005 baseline by 2020.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% by 2030
Gender Parity Target
Aims to have 50% women in leadership positions by 2030.
45% Global
Gender Diversity in Leadership
Achieved 45% global gender diversity in leadership positions in 2022.
40% Racial/Ethnic Diversity
U.S. Workforce Goal
Set a goal to achieve 40% racial/ethnic diversity in the U.S. workforce by 2025.
Over 60%
Employee Participation
Over 60% of employees globally participate in employee resource groups focused on diverse populations.
- Launched a program to support underrepresented talent through mentorship and career development.