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At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you-innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.\nAt the KC Warren Plant, we are building more than a manufacturing facility-we are building a High Performance Work System (HPWS) where employees are empowered to make decisions, solve problems, develop new skills, and directly influence business results.\nOur culture is built around shared leadership, continuous learning, accountability, and respect for people. Employees are expected to contribute ideas, challenge the status quo, and work collaboratively to improve safety, quality, reliability, and performance every day.\nPOSITION SUMMARY:\nThe purpose of this role is to own the execution of the KCNA Digital Manufacturing strategy for the plant; focused on equipment, capability building, and value delivery. He/she will be a technical expert and support the advancement of major digital systems, processes, and capabilities to achieve a highly connected, operationally efficient, and effective manufacturing environment across the plant. Incumbent will also champion and support all other mobile digital applications used by the site (i.e. Poka, Seeq, Schedule Pro, etc.), in alignment with other Kimberly-Clark North America facilities. This role is viewed as an expert in complex application environments, encompassing both business process understanding and technical expertise. Influential communication, growth mindset, and the ability to strategically navigate at multiple levels of a diverse plant organization are important in this role. Key stakeholders include, but not limited to, KCNA Supply Chain Digital teams, Plant leaders, DTS, Engineering and Plant teams.\nThis role is responsible for the digital manufacturing strategy execution at the site level, in alignment with the KCNA Digital Strategy, as well as effectively leading business objectives for the site. The incumbent will work with project teams compiled of employees from multiple disciplines. This role will have interaction across sites and opportunities for involvement in broad based business projects. Objectives typically are focused at the plant level for safety, quality, continuous improvement, productivity, cost, internal control, asset management, and team capability development, but should drive standardization across KCNA. Incumbent reports to the site Continuous Improvement Leader.\nAs 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.\nAbout You\nIn 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. Job responsibilities include:\nKey strategy owner for implementing digital programs for sustaining the long-term growth of the KC digital manufacturing strategy.\nDevelops, advises, and recommends long term resolutions to systemic manufacturing problems.\nTechnical expert for major digital systems, processes and capabilities (i.e. SMOM, EWM, etc.)\nChampion & support mobile digital applications (i.e. Poka, SchedulePro)\nDrive continuous improvement and change management within their system(s) of responsibility to drive efficiency and effectiveness improvements across the organization.\nAnalyzes the data structure, calculations, and workflow within their major plant systems to leverage, integrate, and optimize systems and people across the supply chain.\nProvide analytical support for the data contained within and generated by the respective manufacturing system.\nSustain and integrate data historian systems, MES (Manufacturing Execution System), and QMS (Quality Management System).\nSite lead for deployment of SMOM (Smart Manufacturing Operations Management) system, ensuring the success by providing technical expertise and effective facilitation of the process.Develop and maintain data flows into SMOM (manual entries, PLC inputs, etc.) for generating information (reports, dashboards etc.)\nSupport development and implementation of plans/programs for sustaining the long-term growth of SMOM to meet sector objectives.\nProvide technical and operational expertise to achieve quick and timely solutions to SMOM related problems within all site asset team areas.\n\nTo succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:\nBachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, ITS or related field; Minimum 5+ years of relevant professional experience with 3+ years of systems support and development.\nExposure to Lean and demonstrated examples of application of LEAN principles, (minimum of a blue belt).\nPossess or demonstrate ability to learn statistical/analytical skills: Regression, Statistical Process Control, Financial Analysis, Analytical Modeling, and Industrial Process Analytics.\nDirect experience with large, interconnected software systems such as SAP ERP, MES, PLM, etc.\nDemonstrated ability to lead the execution of a global, regional, or functional strategic initiative; Work collaboratively and effectively with individuals across all levels of the organization.\nMay require flex schedule to support the needs of the business and objectives; Available to extend support to the 24/7 operation as required; May require some travel.\nLed by Purpose. Driven by You.\nTotal Benefits\nWe believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.\nHere 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\nTo Be Considered\nClick 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.\nIn the meantime, please check out the careers website.\nAnd finally, the fine print….\nFor 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.\nThe 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.\nEmployment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.\nVeterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.\nAt 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.\nKimberly-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.\nThis is a P3/Grade 9 and compensation may vary based on location.\nSalary 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. 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