Manufacturing Systems Specialist (Maumelle, AR., KC-Site Remote) at Kimberly-Clark USA, LLC in Maumelle, Arkansas

Job Description:

Manufacturing Systems Specialist (Maumelle, AR., KC-Site Remote)

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. 

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.

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.

Position Purpose:

Provide technical expertise and support in the implementation and optimization of the SMOM (Smart Manufacturing Operation Management) systems platform and associated processes to support sector objectives (MES, PASS, PI, NEXUS)

Ability to support legacy MES systems as the KCNA organization continues our our digital manufacturing journey, including; PIPE, PIMS, and other associated systems.

Leverage Digital Manufacturing Systems to advance mill based process optimization, such as centerlining, process visibility, and visualization standardization.

Key Customers:

Mill Managers, IT Specialists, Digital Leads, KCNA Value Stream Teams, GSC Digital Manufacturing Team

Scope:

The incumbent reports to and receives work direction from the Senior Manager MES

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and/or professional experience with a minimum of 5 years of Information Technology or Engineering experience including working directly with business clients.


• Experience of leading assigned IT Projects and/or Programs.


• Thorough knowledge of GE Plant Apps and AVEVA PI Systems


• Thorough knowledge of Windows 10 operating systems.


• Detailed knowledge and advanced ability in MS Office


• Detailed knowledge and advanced capability in process controls


• Detailed knowledge of electrical and systems safety


• Ability to perform software training.


• Ability to identify and solve computer hardware/software problems.


• Ability to self-manage with little direct supervision.


• Acceptable performance level (including attendance).


• Be available by phone to respond to call-ins for service and be available to travel for business needs.

Dimension: Varies widely, depending on project scope and sector needs.

Principal Accountabilities:

Provide technical and operational expertise to achieve quick and timely solutions to digital manufacturing related problems within all site asset team areas.

Ensure the success of KCNA MES journey through support of legacy systems such as PIPE, PIMS, and other associated systems.

Develop and maintain data flows into relevant systems for generating information from Digital Manufacturing Systems (reports, dashboards etc.) to drive improved visibility and faster decision making for asset teams, engineers and site leadership.

Provide support for developing and implementing plans and programs for sustaining the long term growth of SMOM to meet sector objectives.

Gain and sustain SMOM knowledge by obtaining appropriate training and through interaction with corporate Digital Manufacturing networks.

Enable the production facility’s digital journey by supporting work in MES, PASS, PI, and NEXUS

Ensure all system documentation is maintained, kept up to date and accessible.

Contribute as a technical team member to various situations, projects and activities not included in other principal accountabilities to assist in the accomplishment of established objectives.

Build organizational capability in digital manufacturing through key user training and support.

Critical Skills:

Initiative - Influencing events to achieve goals, originating action, introducing one's thoughts or actions into a situation. Analyzing - Systematically securing relevant information, relating and comparing data from different sources, and identifying key issues. Tenacity - Staying with a plan of action until the desired objective is achieved or is no longer reasonable attainable. Communication – Strong communication skills with verbal and written fluency in English. Planning - Developing programs of action to accomplish objectives. Integrity - Maintaining ethical and organizational norms. Thoroughness - Completing and maintaining accuracy of even the smallest aspects of assigned tasks. Creativity - Generating or recognizing imaginative solutions and innovations in work related situations. Personal Sensitivity - Demonstrating a consideration for the feelings and needs of others and awareness of self. Project / Change Management - Adhering to a plan, finding problem cause, and modifying the plan when necessary to achieve the desired results. Facilitating acceptance of change through change management methodologies. Technical/Functional - Demonstrating overall job knowledge, along with the willingness and ability to apply that knowledge to achieve results and contribute to team growth.

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.

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.

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.

The anticipated base pay range for this job has a range of $78,500 to $93,000.

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.

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.

Salary Range: 78,660 – 92,980 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

Maumelle Facility

Additional Locations

No K-C Work Site - AR, USA-REMOTE

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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