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Mechanical Engineer
full-timeUnited States$79k - $94k

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Location

United States

Salary

$79k - $94k

Type

full-time

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Mechanical Engineer

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 leadership and creativity in the design, development, optimization, problem solving and operation of equipment and processes in a manner that meets safety and operational performance expectations. 
  • 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 well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel.
  • Support daily manufacturing asset performance to achieve Safety, Quality, OEE, & Cost objectives.
  • Provide functional guidance in the design, development, and optimization of production equipment to meet unit objectives and satisfy sanitary manufacturing standards.
  • Lead single or multiple product or process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $5 million from conception through commercialization.
  • Seek, recognize, define, and solve problems to achieve unit objectives.
  • Develop knowledge and skills in leadership of the application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, problem solving, and project management.

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 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:

Required:

  • Position requires a bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or equivalent degree from an accredited college or university. 
  • 3+ years of working experience.
  • Incumbent should have the ability and flexibility to work in a manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.
  • Incumbent should be flexible to travel by up to 15% as dictated by business need for meetings, machine installation or start-up support, benchmarking, or best practice sharing across KCNA.

Preferred:

  • Experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Evidence of continuing self-development.
  • Ability to network and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.

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.

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Salary Range: 79,880 – 94,440 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

Other facts

Tech stack
Mechanical Engineering,Leadership,Problem Solving,Project Management,Manufacturing Processes,Safety Standards,Collaboration,Communication,Creativity,Optimization,Sanitary Manufacturing,Financial Management,Self-Development,Initiative,Integrity,Quality Assurance

About Kimberly-Clark

At Kimberly-Clark, everything we do begins with care — for people, for communities, and for the planet we share. For more than 150 years, our brands have created essentials that make life better for billions of people every day. Better Care for a Better World is more than our purpose; it’s how we lead.

Through our trusted brands, including Huggies®. Kleenex®. Andrex®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®, we’re building a future where innovation and sustainability work hand in hand. Our 38,000+ employees around the world share a spirit of invention and responsibility that continues to redefine what care means.

We’re proud to be recognized among the world’s top employers and sustainability leaders year after year, but our greatest achievement is our people. Their care moves the world forward. Because when care leads, impact follows. Learn more at kimberly-clark.com.

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Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • The Mechanical Engineer will provide leadership and creativity in the design, development, optimization, and operation of equipment and processes, ensuring safety and performance expectations are met. They will lead product or process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $5 million from conception through commercialization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kimberly-Clark pay for a Mechanical Engineer?

Kimberly-Clark offers a competitive compensation package for the Mechanical Engineer role. The salary range is USD 80k - 94k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Mechanical Engineer do at Kimberly-Clark?

As a Mechanical Engineer at Kimberly-Clark, you will: the Mechanical Engineer will provide leadership and creativity in the design, development, optimization, and operation of equipment and processes, ensuring safety and performance expectations are met. They will lead product or process improvement projects with a financial scope of up to $5 million from conception through commercialization..

Why join Kimberly-Clark as a Mechanical Engineer?

Kimberly-Clark is a leading Manufacturing company. The Mechanical Engineer role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Mechanical Engineer position at Kimberly-Clark remote?

The Mechanical Engineer position at Kimberly-Clark is based in United States, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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