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Engineering Technical Leader - Process

Kimberly-Clark
Marinette, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
Job Description

As a person, you’re a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality, always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success story. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

In This Role, You Will

  • Provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise in the DRC Tissue manufacturing and converting processes to lead overall process optimization through application of technology, implementation of best practice standards, building capability within the salary & hourly teams, and driving cost savings programs within the mill.
  • Support the following customers: Mill Leadership Team, Tissue Manufacturing and Converting Asset Teams, Site Technical Team, Hourly Operations & Maintenance Team, Staff Engineering Team, and Vendors.
  • Provide leadership in corporate safety, quality, regulatory, product safety and sustainability.
  • Support the application of the Quality Management Process in all assignments and responsibilities.
  • Ensure that all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development and Diversity policy are fully supported as appropriate for the position.
  • Manage self in accordance with the Kimberly-Clark Ways of Working, utilize LEAN principles in the development and management of work and drive change within the organization as a role model for process improvement.
  • Protect and defend Kimberly-Clark proprietary technology, products, and business processes through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.
  • Conceive, develop, validate, share and teach ideas leading to new or improved products, processes, materials, systems or basic scientific knowledge as appropriate to the business unit and peer plants.
  • Locate existing, internal or external, or novel technology solutions for process and product needs.
  • Possess 3 years of commercialization experience to enable realization of business unit strategies. Recommend strategies to protect novel technology solutions to sustain identified advantages in market.
  • Apply engineering principles, standards and procedures in the execution of projects and programs that advance process innovation.
  • Strong analytical/statistical skills and ability to mine process data from MES systems and provide clear direction for areas of improvement.
  • Experienced working with external technical service providers and suppliers.
  • Coach and mentor junior team members to increase technical knowledge which provides opportunity for professional growth.
  • Implement documentation and reporting of unit work as required by Kimberly-Clark policy. Ensure protection of proprietary information in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to discuss technical issues in a business environment (mill technical and operations resources, suppliers, management, etc.).
  • Communicate appropriately with all customers, conducting all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty to build an unimpeachable business reputation.
  • Support Lean Six Sigma methodology through mentoring of candidates, as well as preference to either be LSS black belt certified or actively working towards certification.
  • Provide technical leadership and cost savings/optimization program development and proactively support business strategies.
  • Drive and recommend actions to realize goals.
  • Work collaboratively with R&D and peer mills to support their technical needs.
  • Identify best practices, determine project management details and monitor progress.
  • Implement vision of future direction, drive innovation in the development of new product, process, or material concepts.
  • Coach and mentor other team members and effectively communicate accomplishments.
  • Actively pursue and support standard solutions across the site and within the Tissue Business Unit.

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.

Qualifications

In one of our manufacturing 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:

  • Bachelor’s degree in sciences, engineering or related discipline.
  • 15 years of industrial experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge and experience combined with demonstrated track record leading and directing technical teams and projects that successfully meet business objectives.
  • Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members.
  • Recognized as a subject matter expert in a key part of the Kimberly-Clark proprietary knowledge base.
  • Subject matter expert in papermaking manufacturing technologies, products, processes and materials.
  • Direct experience with Tissue Manufacturing operation and/or process development preferred.
  • Ability to effectively influence across all levels and functions in the organization, drive decision-making and execute complex projects within demanding timelines.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, including complex problem solving, with the ability to conduct larger problem-solving sessions on business-critical issues (in this mill or other areas of business).
  • LSS methodology and ability to progress to the Black belt level.

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, 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, 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.

Salary Range: 127,600 – 157,600 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

Marinette Mill

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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