Technical Strategist & Team Leader - Fiber at Kimberly-Clark

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Feb, 26

Salary

194760.0

Posted On

16 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Technical Leadership, Fiber Technology, Sustainability, Lean Management, Budget Management, Coaching, Mentoring, Process Optimization, Product Development, Scientific Expertise, Communication, Integrity, Safety, Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance, Diversity Support

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Technical Strategist & Team Leader - Fiber Job Description You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re 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, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. As the Fiber Platform Leader, you will serve as technical strategist and team leader for Fiber within Family Care Research & Engineering (R&E). You will provide technical leadership and champion the technical vision in the design, development, optimization, and commercialization of alternative/new fiber and process capabilities across the Family Care Professional machine asset base and technologies. This role will also play an important role in setting the strategic vision for technical knowledge capability building in fibers of the future and focus Kimberly-Clark Family Care and Professional’s efforts on meeting and exceeding our sustainability goals. You will serve as direct team leader to a group of dedicated project, process and product scientists responsible for executing our critical fiber projects. In this role, you will: Conceive, develop, validate, translate and share consumer, environmental and sustainability focused needs into short, medium and long term fiber based solutions leading to new or improved products, supply chain, processes, materials, systems or scientific knowledge aligned with business unit objectives Coach and mentor team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve Family Care’s business results. Support and lead Lean management practices through Lean thinking and work methods (visual management, problem solving, strategy deployment). Implement strategies to protect novel technology solutions to sustain identified advantage in market. Maintain technical and scientific expertise in an area of technology and communicate impact of developments on Kimberly-Clark. Prepare and implement unit budgets and schedules. Implement appropriate internal controls and standards. Implement the documentation and report of unit work as required by Kimberly-Clark policy, effective communication, protection of proprietary information, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Protect and defend Kimberly-Clark proprietary technology, products, and business processes through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets. Communicate appropriately with all customers, internal and external, conducting all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty to build an unimpeachable business reputation. Provide leadership by example in corporate safety, quality, regulatory, product safety and sustainability. Ensure that all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development and Diversity policy are fully supported. Manage self in accordance with the expected behaviors of the Kimberly-Clark Ways of Working. About Us Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. 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. 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, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll 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, you’ll 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: A Bachelor’s degree and 10 years or more of experience in relevant field Subject matter expertise in alternative/new fibers for papermaking solutions Proven leadership capabilities Prior experience with LEAN management Ability to manage a budget Preferred (not essential, but desired): Strong understanding of Kimberly-Clark technologies Total Benefits Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com. 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. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects 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, background check, and DMV check. Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply. Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion. #LI-Hybrid Salary Range: 157,720 – 194,760 USD 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. Primary Location Neenah - West R&E Office 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

As the Fiber Platform Leader, you will provide technical leadership and champion the technical vision in the design, development, optimization, and commercialization of alternative/new fiber and process capabilities. You will also lead a team of project, process, and product scientists responsible for executing critical fiber projects.