Rapid Improvement Leader

Kimberly-Clark; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great health coverage

Flexible Savings Accounts

Income protection options

Education/relocation programs

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is seeking a Lean Manufacturing leader to drive Rapid Improvement projects with >$2MM annual impact across NA MFG sites. You will apply Lean Six Sigma rigor to hit 3–5 month goals and lead cross-functional teams including plant operations, engineering and digital to transform operations.

We value deep expertise in Lean, CI and OPEX tools, with a track record of sustaining results and engaging senior stakeholders up to VP level. Travel and 24/7 support may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field and 10+ years of related experience.
• Possess or pursuing LSS Black Belt certification.
• Direct/indirect manufacturing/operations, supply chain or finance experience.
• Strong experience in engineering, operations, lean manufacturing and reliability; familiar with Lean, CI, OPEX tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of multiple Rapid Improvement projects with >$2MM annual impact.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to achieve project goals in 3–5 months.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across plant operations, engineering, maintenance, VSM, logistics, quality, finance, digital.
• Document progress, activity plans, resources and status using PM tools.
• Lead stakeholder meetings up to VP level and communicate outcomes.
• Build capability within plant/value stream teams to sustain results.
• Monitor KPIs for mill operations with visual management and scorecards.
• Collaborate with digital capabilities to drive technology improvements.
• Encourage knowledge sharing and document solutions in P2030.
• Maintain active LSS project and continue Lean leadership.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

LSS Black Belt

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Lean manufacturing

OPEX tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or engineering

LSS Black Belt certification

Tools

Lean Six Sigma tools

Job description

In this role, you will:

• Lead execution of multiple Rapid Improvement projects within NA MFG sites that deliver exceptional value (>$2MM annual impact) and drive overall operational transformation including aspirational targets.
• Utilize Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques with extreme rigor and discipline to deliver project goals in a 3–5-month timeframe following Enterprise standards.
• Lead and coordinate a cross-functional team including plant operations, engineering, maintenance, Value Stream, logistics, quality, finance, digital and Enterprise Supply Chain to drive delivery of project goals.
• Utilize effective project management tools and skills to document progress, activity plans, resources and overall status.
• Lead stakeholder management meetings throughout the duration of the projects including steering team and executive team communications, with ability to effectively articulate and influence up to the VP level across Supply Chain functions.
• Build capability within members of the Plant and Value Stream teams to ensure sustainability of results after the project is completed.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to mill operations, including development of visual management tools, tiered scorecards, and Leader Standard Work.
• Collaborate with the digital capabilities team to identify and drive technology improvement solutions that enable operation efficiency and improved asset performance.
• Encourage and facilitate knowledge and best practice sharing across facilities/functions, including documentation of solutions within P2030.
• Possess or working towards LSS Black Belt certification with expectation to maintain an active LSS project ongoing.
• Subject matter expert on all aspects of LEAN manufacturing.

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.

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.

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

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in supply chain, engineering or related and 10+ years of related experience.
• Possess or working towards LSS Black Belt certification.
• Must have direct or indirect manufacturing/operations, supply chain and/or finance experience, as well as knowledge of organizational structure.
• Significant experience in Engineering, Operations, Lean Manufacturing, and Reliability and be very familiar with the application of Lean, CI, OPEX, LSS tools and theory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience in a high-speed industrial manufacturing environment/plant experience.
• Experience in change management in large, complex organizations in addition to coaching and mentoring at all levels to drive collaboration across teams and functions.

Work Environment:

• Normal scheduled hours may vary based on the need to support 24/7 operations.
• Travel is expected to be in the 75% range with heavy onsite plant support within region. Some individuals may require minimal travel if projects are located at their local site.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment. Some shift work could be required based on the need to interact with operating teams.

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. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects 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 in Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion

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