Lead Process Engineer

Kimberly-Clark; Neenah (WI); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark, based in Neenah, WI, is seeking a Lead Process Engineer to lead process development and improvement across forming, drying, winding, and converting in tissue manufacturing. You will influence cross-functional teams, drive innovation, and ensure safety and quality compliance.

Travel up to 25% is required. The role emphasizes collaboration with R&D and operations, development of technical expertise, and mentoring of peers to deliver projects that enhance business results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM from an accredited college/university.
• 2+ years of experience in production or R&D environments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 10%-25% (with heavier times during testing or conversions).

Responsibilities

• Provide process leadership and support focused on team objectives.
• Communicates effectively with R&D and cross-functional leaders.
• Maintain technical and scientific expertise in technology ownership.
• Drive a culture of innovation utilizing patents and trade secrets.
• Coach and mentor team members to improve execution and business results.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, quality requirements and Code of Conduct.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Job description

Lead Process Engineer

Job Description

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.

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 part ofa 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.

About You

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. Job responsibilities include:

• Provide process leadership and support focused on team objectives. This may include project leadership as business needs dictate.
• Communicates effectively and succinctly in many forms to key stake holders including R&D and cross-functional leaders.
• Maintain as well as gain technical and scientific expertise in areas of technology ownership.
• Drive a culture of documented and protected innovation utilizing patents and trade secrets.
• Coach and mentor team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve business results.
• Ensure all work complies with corporate safety, regulatory and quality requirements as well as our Company Code of Conduct.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM-related field from an accredited college/university.
• 2+ years of experience in production or R&D environments.
• Track record of effectively communicating with leaders and team members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 10%-25% travel with heavier times during in-facility testing or machine conversions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering/science related field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience especially in pulp and paper science and/or tissue manufacturing.
• Key technology areas include tissue technology (forming, drying and winding) and converting (unwinding, rewinding, calendaring, coating, spraying, etc.).
• Proven ability to establish a strong, effective cross-functional network at the enterprise level.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Total Benefits

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

Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark
We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

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 encompassesthe 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 local policies.

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.

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

Grade 10: Grade level and / or compensation may vary based on location/country

Salary Range: 87,260 – 107,780 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