Process Assistant Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional®. At Kimberly-Clark, it's all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. Process Engineers at Kimberly-Clark provide leadership in the design, development, optimization and operation of manufacturing and supporting processes. The ideal candidates will have expertise across multiple technologies 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 Product System Leader and receives direction in the form of broad assignment objectives. You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. You want to be parta performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you'll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

• Lead single or multiple product or process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $10 million from conception through commercialization.
• Provide functional leadership and creativity in the initiation of design, development and optimization of manufacturing equipment and processes to meet unit objectives.
• 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.
• 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 wellbeing of technicians and other personnel.
• Assist in the development of others in the area of incumbent's expertise, while demonstrating an understanding those with a diverse background or experience.
• Seek, recognize, define and solve problems to achieve unit objectives. Identify complex technical issues to determine root cause.
• Analyze and improve process capability to deliver a reduction in defects and variability. Identify, develop, and provide leadership to implement products, processes, materials, systems and procedures to achieve desired business results.

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Engineering or relevant scientific discipline. Prefer Chemical and/or Pulp and Paper degree from an accredited College or University and 3+ years of experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments. Normally requires mill and staff experiences. Prefer candidates with 5-8 years or more of experience in both Mill and Staff environments.
• Past experience in paper making (Tissue, Towels) role highly desirable.
• Strong experience using manufacturing analysis tools, such as: SPC (statistical process control); design of experiments; process capability studies; Six Sigma; Others.
• A recognized expert in manufacturing processes with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in major capital projects.
• Experience and expertise with Kimberly-Clark manufacturing process engineering technology, procedures, processes and products preferred.
• Experience working with external technical service providers preferred.
• Demonstrated continuing self-development (i.e., progress toward an advanced degree) preferred.
• A demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve project results within required timeframes.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

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]

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.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

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.

This is a P2/Grade 10 and compensation may vary based on location.

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.