Lead Process Engineer

Kimberly-Clark

Last Updated: 1/28/2026 1:20:47 AM

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Current Days Open
54
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$105,620.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$105,620.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
52
First Seen
8/8/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$85,540.00 (Yearly)
9/5/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$105,620.00 (Yearly)
2/15/2026

Full Job Description

Lead Process Engineer Job Description Youre not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because were out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, youll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. The incumbent will serve as a Lead Process Engineer focused on both strategic and tactical execution of fiber related objectives for Family Care. The individual will lead and support in the areas of fiber sourcing flexibility, base furnish optimization and future exploration of alternative fibers and technologies to enable long-term sustainability. Activities will include support in creating near and long-term strategies, leading in building and then executing learning plans utilizing both pilot and commercial plants for trials culminating in successful commercialization. Qualified candidates will collaborate broadly across the corporation, including R&D, pilot plant, mill and multi-functional team members and outside the corporation with vendors or strategic partners. In this role, you will: 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. Works closely with the Supply Chain, Mills, Finance and other R&D teams to achieve project goals. Ability to influence and impact decisions from R&D team leaders. About Us Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brandsand 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 wouldnt exist without talented professionals, like you. At Kimberly-Clark, youll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. Were founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and were always looking for new and better ways to perform so theres your open door of opportunity. Its 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, were constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, youll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business. In one of our professional roles, youll 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: Bachelors degree in STEM related field and a minimum of 2+ years of experience in production or R&D environments. Track record of effectively communicating to leaders and team members. 10-25% travel with heavier times during in facility testing or machine conversions. Experience in key technology areas include tissue technology (forming, drying and winding) and converting (unwinding, rewinding, calendaring, coating, spraying, etc.) is preferred. Total Benefits Here are just a few of the benefits youd 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. This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the roles country only. Grade 10/P2: Grade level and / or compensation may vary based on location/country Salary Range: 85,540 105,620 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 Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.

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