Natural Extract Technical Project Leader

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. 

 
Kimberly-Clark (K-C) is seeking a seasoned professional to lead the end-to-end engineering, technical design, optimization and product development for a first-of-a-kind facility for producing a natural plant extract.  This individual will provide technical leadership and support for a wide range of extract production processes including extraction, clarification, purification, and concentration.

Candidates should have extensive scientific/engineering experience and notable accomplishments across varied technologies with the ability to create and drive major, complex technical and engineering initiatives. Preferably, candidates will have experience in application, purification and fundamentals of surfactants.  The successful candidate will be a self-starter with the ability to work at the front end of technical process development, but just as importantly will have a demonstrated ability to drive and implement technical projects from bench to commercial scale through strong collaborative interaction with diverse business functions and external partners.

A strong track record working with external technology partners including suppliers, universities, and industry consortiums is crucial. The successful candidate will demonstrate skills in mentoring and coaching junior scientists by providing project and trial work direction. Effectively communicating and influencing upper management are also key skills for this role. In addition, the individual should have experience working with external customers in delivering a product that consistently meets customer performance expectations.

In this role you will: 

• Lead the identification, selection, development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes for extract production including extraction, purification, evaporation and drying.
• Lead assessment and selection of processes to remove impurities and enhance concentration of primary active ingredient.
• Examine equipment and procedures proposed for the extract processing and confirm that capacity, process controls and operation are adequate to deliver performance consistent with requirements.
• Lead development of standard operating procedures and process specifications.
• Ensure equipment design and operational protocols can deliver on bioburden specifications.
• Work with lead EPC contractor throughout the final design, construction, installation, and commissioning process.
• Ensure necessary supporting work is completed to enable the EPC contractor to complete the project to the required specifications and quality.
• Identify risks and mitigation plans.
• Conduct all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty to build an unimpeachable business reputation.  Ensure communication of project plans and results to partners, customers, and other team members.
• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.
• Visibly demonstrate that safety is a value by following safety procedures, maintaining a safe workplace, and complying with safety rules. Develop equipment, processes, materials that meet safety codes, policies, and guidelines. Actively participate in achieving organization and personal safety objectives.
   

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.

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

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemistry, or related engineering discipline.
• 10+ years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in the Agri-processing or natural products sector.
• Experience with sugar-mills, hemp, natural product extracts or similar bioprocessing industries preferred.
• Experience with resin and membrane purification technologies.
• Project engineering experience.
• Strong experience of in-factory quality assurance and inspection of process plant equipment manufacturers.
• Ability to communicate with EPC contractor to resolve problems and ensure the project keeps on track.
• Must be able to work and lead in a team environment and meet aggressive deadlines.
• Willing to travel 30% of the time pending future project requirements.

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.

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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.

Salary Range: $128,000-$158,000 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.

Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact 866-444-4516 – when prompted for employee ID, say “OTHER CALLER” - or [email protected] for assistance. You must include the six-digit Job # with your request.

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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