Senior Process Engineer Job in New Milford 06776, Connecticut US

Job Description:
Kimberly-Clark is leading the world in essentials for a better life. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with nearly 57,000 employees worldwide and operations in 36 countries, Kimberly-Clark posted sales of $20.8 billion in 2011. Kimberly-Clark’s global brands are sold in more than 175 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people trust Kimberly-Clark products and the solutions they provide to make their lives better. With well-known family care and personal care brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Andrex, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex, Poise and Depend, we hold the No. 1 or No. 2 share position globally in more than 80 countries.

As a global company, we are committed to cultivating a fair, respectful and engaging work environment that inspires our diverse global team to thrive professionally and contribute to the communities where we operate. We also have a responsibility to attain a deeper understanding of our impact on the world. Addressing Sustainability issues and incorporating solutions through all levels of Kimberly-Clark is a critical component of our business.

Currently, we are seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer for our New Milford, Connecticut Mill to join our Regenerate Improve (R I) Team.

Position Summary:
Process Engineers at Kimberly-Clark initiate designs, develop, optimize and problem solve manufacturing processes in a manner that meets safety and performance expectations. Assignments may vary from individual contributor to program or initiative leadership providing work direction to peers and customers to achieve program or project objectives. Responsibilities include project results, project control and effective use of human resources. Candidates must have expertise across multiple technologies in both manufacturing and converting and in both staff and plant environments and will have a demonstrated ability to effectively provide work direction to a broad range of team members. The incumbent reports to the R I Engineering Team Leader and receives direction in the form of broad assignment objectives. The Incumbent will be located at the New Milford Mill but may be required to travel to other sites as needed in support of other Mill R I projects.

Key customers:
Sector Management, Project Sponsors, Staff Engineering, Portfolio Leaders, Mill Leadership, and Mill Asset Teams

Responsibilities:
1) Lead single or multiple product or process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $30 million from conception through commercialization.
2) Provide functional leadership and creativity in the initiation of design, development and optimization of converting and manufacturing equipment and processes to meet unit objectives.
3) Develop knowledge and skills so as to be recognized for expertise and functional leadership in application of engineering principles, scientific analysis and project management while providing advice and counsel to others.
4) Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner. Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, policies and guidelines. Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance and other personnel.
5) Seek, recognize, define and solve problems to achieve unit objectives. Identify complex technical issues to determine root cause.
6) Participate in the development of others within the area of the incumbent's expertise.

Qualifications:
1) Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or advanced degree in Chemical and/or Pulp and Paper Engineering from an accredited College or University and at least 12 years of experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments. Candidates with an Associate, Bachelor, or advanced degree in a relevant scientific discipline and possessing applicable experience may also be considered.
2) Strong experience using manufacturing analysis tools, such as: SPC statistical process control; design of experiments; process capability studies; Six Sigma; Others.
3) A recognized expert in manufacturing processes with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in major expense and capital projects.
4) A demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve project results within required timeframes.

Preferred Qualifications:
1) 15+ years of experience in a variety of plant and staff assignments, including maintenance and operations.
2) Experience and expertise with Kimberly-Clark manufacturing process engineering technology, procedures, processes and products.
3) Experience with tissue manufacturing and/or converting is strongly preferred.
4) Experience working with external technical service providers.
5) Evidence of continuing self-development.

Click here to apply via the Kimberly Clark Career Opportunity Portal

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor

Years of Experience Required: More than 5 years

Expected Travel Time: About 25%

This company may offer relocation assistance.