Continuous Improvement Engineer at Kimberly-Clark

Millicent, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Continuous Improvement, Quality, Safety, Efficiency, Cost Reduction, Raw Materials Management, ISO 9001, FSC, ISO 14001, Auditing, Product Safety, 5S, SMED, Autonomous Maintenance, Chemical Risk Assessments, Chemical Engineering

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Continuous Improvement Engineer Job Description You might have heard of us. You might not. But you definitely know our trusted brands, like Kleenex® and Viva®. We’re proud of our size, scale, and impact. But when you join us, you’ll find there’s much more to who we are. Because a role with us is about the care you take, the connections you make and the opportunity to build a better world. Kimberly-Clark (KC) Millicent Mill is a world class manufacturing facility where we make our leading brands and have done so for over 65 years! In our first year of operations, we produced approximately 4,000 tonnes of toilet paper and tissue. Today, we produce approximately 85,000 tonnes per year. Led by Purpose. Driven by You. About Us Kleenex®. Viva®. Scott®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you. At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark. In this role, you will develop, implement, and manage the programs, systems, and procedures to ensure the manufacture of products with the lowest variability and cost, meeting customer needs and corporate standards. You will also implement opportunities to improve K-C profitability by increasing production line speed, reducing delays, and minimising waste enabling K-C to achieve our ambitious goals. Key Responsibilities: Identify opportunities for continuous improvement initiative across the site - with a key focus on quality, safety, efficiency and cost. Enhance the quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of raw materials to reduce cost of goods sold (COGS) and address delays caused by poor-quality materials. Maintain key certifications such as ISO 9001, FSC, and ISO 14001 by facilitating internal and external audits and addressing key findings promptly. Support other mill quality functions through audits, participation in quality board meetings and maintenance of product safety clearances. Provide support for Continuous Improvement programs, including 5S, SMED, and Autonomous Maintenance. Conduct Chemical Risk Assessments as required. Total Benefits Find a better work/life balance with hybrid and flexible working options, tailored to suit your lifestyle plus Flex Fridays. Take advantage of 2 recharge days and 1 volunteer day each year. Benefit from a variety of discounted products and services including health insurance, store cards and novated leasing options. Look after your social, physical, and mental wellbeing with our free wellness and mental health resources. Free membership to our onsite 24/7 fully stocked weights gym and reformer Pilates. Grow your skills and knowledge with our tailored development programs, mentoring opportunities plus hundreds of online training courses. 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 safety, inclusion, wellbeing, and sustainability. You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. Skills and Requirements: A bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field is essential for this role. Possession of a recognised auditing certification, such as ISO 9001 Lead Auditor or similar will excel you in this position. Prior experience working in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry, or a similar high-paced environment is highly advantageous. 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 encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When 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 and background check. This role is available for local candidates already authorised to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role. Primary Location Millicent Mill Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.

Responsibilities

The role involves developing, implementing, and managing programs and systems to ensure product manufacturing has the lowest variability and cost while meeting customer needs and standards. Key tasks include identifying continuous improvement opportunities focused on quality, safety, efficiency, and cost, and enhancing raw material quality to reduce COGS and delays.