Kimberly-Clark

Technical Leader – Machine Automation

Kimberly-Clark

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Neenah • Alabama • Connecticut • United States

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Salary

💰 $127,600 - $157,600 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • This position provides strategic leadership for automation projects which will impact various locations in the North America Supply Chain.
  • You will partner with the other team members within staff and the mills, along with working closely with our vendors and suppliers.
  • This role will help define the on-machine automation strategy and lead the implementation of Automation solutions for our key supply chain opportunity areas in distribution, manufacturing, and in-process and on-machine solutions.
  • Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner; set the example for others in the area of safety.
  • Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, policies and guidelines.
  • Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, reliability, and other personnel.
  • Support the development of the NA SC automation strategy.
  • Support Appropriation definition and execution for Automation implementation across the North American Supply Chain.
  • Develop knowledge of Automation systems to support implementation and act as a SME for new systems.
  • Collaborate with Mill, Staff, Vendors, Contractors, and other KCNA/Global facilities in developing and rolling out Automation solutions for on-machine production and material delivery challenges across the supply chain.
  • Lead design discussions with Mill and Central teams to review Scope, obtain alignment and feedback – Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, IT.
  • Convert automation innovations into tangible business outcomes and cost savings to acquire support for implementation.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s in engineering and 10+ years of related experience.
  • Expertise in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or Mechatronics with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals across all levels of the organization.
  • Ability and flexibility to work in a manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.
  • Flexibility to travel up to 25% as dictated by business need for meetings, machine install or start-up support, benchmarking, or best practice sharing across North America.
  • Familiarity with Tissue and Diaper manufacturing technologies or high-speed manufacturing, Automation technologies or experience with Automated Guided Vehicles, and robotic solutions are preferred.
  • Preferred (not essential, but desired) : 15+ years of experience in a combination of engineering, operations, and/or leadership.
  • Familiarity with Tissue and Diaper manufacturing technologies or high speed manufacturing.
  • Demonstrated development of novel technologies and solving production challenges with innovative solutions.
  • Experience with Automation technologies and/or experience with Automated Guided Vehicles.
  • Experience in robotic solutions.
  • Experience with Advance Process Control and Digital Twin technologies.
  • Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations and start-ups.
  • Evidence of continuing self-development.
Benefits
  • 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.
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Hard Skills & Tools
Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringProcess EngineeringMechatronicsAutomation technologiesAutomated Guided VehiclesRobotic solutionsAdvance Process ControlDigital Twin technologiesCapital project management
Soft Skills
Strategic leadershipCollaborationEffective communicationFlexibilityProblem-solvingInnovative thinkingSafety awarenessTeam alignmentStakeholder engagementSelf-development