Manufacturing Leader - PC

Kimberly-Clark; Paris (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-site fitness center

Education assistance

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is seeking a Manufacturing Leader – Personal Care to guide strategic initiatives across our high-speed manufacturing sites. You will lead cost transformation efforts, partner with senior leaders, and drive end-to-end process improvements in a global network.

The role emphasizes operational excellence, leadership development, and mobility to advance toward Plant Manager and beyond. Expect exposure to executive-level initiatives and a 15% travel scope within North America as needed.

Qualifications

• BA or BS required; MBA or MS preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in multiple functions and/or areas of supply chain.
• Strong leadership and ability to drive results in a large manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication skills to influence mill managers and senior leaders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic manufacturing plans with senior leadership.
• Provide leadership to manufacturing teams and own process accountability across the NA Mfg. Management System.
• Support reporting and communications for the Sr. Mfg. Director; monitor operations and provide improvement insights.
• Lead manufacturing cost transformation initiatives and develop a 3-year pipeline of savings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Project management

Strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or MS preferred

Tools

Project management software

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.

Ready to lead at the speed of innovation? As a Manufacturing Leader – Personal Care, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world.It starts with YOU. This role is more than a job - it’s a launchpad for your career. You’ll thrive in a staff role supporting high-speed manufacturing environments, driving operational excellence while preparing for the next step: Plant Manager and beyond. We offer accelerated development, hands‑on leadership experience, and executive‑level exposure to fast‑track your growth. Flexibility and mobility are key—your willingness to relocate opens doors to exciting opportunities across our global network. If you’re energized by challenge, passionate about continuous improvement, and ready to own your future, this is where your leadership journey begins.

In this role, you will play a crucial role in supporting the director by overseeing strategic initiatives, managing special projects, and ensuring effective communication across the manufacturing department. This role requires strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. In addition, position requires leadership toensurea healthyand robustpipeline ofgrosscost savingsinitiatives,with direct oversight of all stages of the process. The position willlead development and maintain the Cost TransformationManagement systemandlead development ofanalyticaltoolsand performance reporting to increasevisibilityof data for improved decision making.

Strategic Planning and Execution

• Collaborate with the Senior Manufacturing and Manufacturing Transformation Director to develop and implement strategic plans for the manufacturing sites.

• Oversee the execution of key initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

• Support Mfg. strategy deployment process in addition to providing support for facility 5-year SBP.

Operations Leadership and Management

• Provide leadership and guidance to manufacturing teams. Provide business process ownership for the NA Mfg. Management System (Accountability processes, Strategy Deployment, Leader standard work)

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to enhance overall team efficiency and effectiveness.

• Represent the Senior Manufacturing Director in meetings and communications as needed.

Operations Support

• Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and other documents for the Sr. Mfg. Director.

• Monitor and analyze manufacturing operations, providing insights and recommendations for improvement.

Manufacturing Cost Transformation Program ownership

• Provideleadership and direction for manufacturingcosttransformationactivities, including the development and implementation of strategies and the plans to achieve.

• Owndevelopment of a3-yearpipeline of costsavings initiatives.Lead and coordinate workshops as needed to facilitate the generation of programming ideas to close current year gaps and fill future pipeline.

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.

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:

BA or BS required, MBA or MS preferred.

10+ years of experience, ideally with experience in several functions and/or areas of supply chain.

Strong leadership skills, with proven track record of driving results and fostering an inclusive work environment.

Excellent communication skills, with ability to influence mill manager and senior leaders.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and project simultaneously.

Proficiency in project management tools and software.

Working Conditions:

• Normal scheduled hours will vary based on the need to support a 24/7 Operation.

• Flexibility to travel up to 15% for benchmarking and best practice sharing across North America.

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

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.

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 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 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 is a P5/Grade 7 role and compensation may vary based on location.

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