Environmental Sustainability Engineer

Environmental Sustainability Engineer

Job Description

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re 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, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. 

The Environmental Energy Technology Specialist will lead development and implementation of emissions, water, material, and cost reduction projects and programs utilizing a combination of data analytics, deep understanding of K-C manufacturing processes, data acquisition systems, and control systems.  Primary responsibility is the identification, development, piloting, and enterprise replication of impactful projects that elevate environmental and sustainability performance.

This role will report directly to the Director, Environment & Energy Technologies and will include Global responsibilities.

In this role, you will:

• Collaborate with Segment/Plant Engineering and Operations teams to “co-develop” projects to insure alignment of projects.
• Build a network of SMEs across the K-C Enterprise as well as external expertise.
• Own the pilot projects from concept through full implementation and proof of concept business cases with sufficient details for replication across the K-C manufacturing sites.
• Promote and reinforce a positive culture of environmental and sustainability within the organization, encouraging proactive participation and engagement.
• Establish and maintain processes for continuous monitoring, trending, and reporting of project(s) progress and impact towards sustainability commitments.
• Stay informed about industry best practices internal and external to K-C regarding data analytics, operational controls, and solutions for improvement.
• Provide insights on potential roadblocks and help leaders explore advanced sustainability solutions, recommending continuous improvement opportunities to elevate environmental and sustainability performance.

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. When you join our team, you’ll 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, 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 in engineering or a related field; and at least 5+ years of experience working in related roles for a global, multi-site consumer goods or packaged goods organization, preferably in heavy manufacturing; Experience with Tissue Mill operations processes, control systems, data acquisition systems.
• Data analytics skills including ability to use OSI PI, PI Vision, Seeq, Python, PowerBI, and other plant data systems.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent level of training.
• Specialized expertise in relevant topics such as environmental regulations, energy, or sustainability standards.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to support Segment needs. Travel may also include business travels via aircrafts and motor vehicles to various locations.
• Adept digital capabilities (e.g. data management, analytics, workflow management)

Location: the role can based at the Roswell Innovation Center K-C location in Roswell, GA or the Neenah Innovation Center K-C location in Neenah, WI; or at a K-C Plant site.

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.

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.

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Grade 9/P3: Grade level and/or compensation may vary based on location

Salary Range: 105,740 – 130,620 USDAt 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 LocationRoswell Building 300

Additional LocationsBeech Island Mill, Berkeley Mills, Chester Mill, Corinth Mill Nonwoven Products, Huntsville Mill, Jenks Mill, LaGrange Mill, Loudon Mill, Marinette Mill, Maumelle Facility, Mobile Mill, Neenah - Cold Spring Facility, Neenah - Kimtech Plant, New Milford Mill, Ogden, Owensboro Mill, Paris Plant

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time