Quality Engineer (Manufacturing)

Quality Engineer

Job Description

Through collaboration, you can turn good ideas into great outcomes. You're someone who believes that it often takes a variety of viewpoints to reach more informed outcomes. You're energized by open dialogue and collaborative brainstorming, and you bring that enthusiasm to your work. We appreciate your ability to stimulate new thinking, knowing that different perspectives can lead to exciting outcomes for all.

The Quality Engineer provides quality/regulatory support for the Paris Plant's core quality systems and improving those systems to deliver business results. They lead and support quality tasks such as change management, investigation and resolution of product and material QNC events, CAPAs, consumer complaints, manufacturing data analysis, risk management, quality protocol/process validation, and routine problem-solving.

In this role, you will:

• Demonstrate safety as a value by performing all job functions safely while also complying with corporate policies and department procedures in an effort to reduce risk and eliminate loss.
• Support the Paris Plant's core quality systems (Internal/External Audits, CAPA, QNC, Document Control, Change Control, Training, Post Market Surveillance, Supplier Quality Management) and build capability for others working in those systems.
• 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.
• Ensure that established manufacturing inspection, sampling, and statistical process control procedures are followed as applicable
• Maintain and demonstrate a high degree of knowledge and skill in product forms, quality systems, processes, and regulations; Execute continuous improvement activities for established processes and initiate/support development of new processes.
• Act as an ambassador for the quality department while promoting strong adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Documentation Practices, and other quality standards.
• Effectively and efficiently contribute to the achievement of plant objectives; Drive sharing and collaboration with peers across Kimberly-Clark North America.
• Promote strong quality by effectively communicating to plant personnel the value, use, and benefit of control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate a commitment to quality performance through personal example by adopting a customer-based philosophy in the level of service provided.
• Communicate fully with leaders, peers, employees, and other stakeholders.

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:

• A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (typically science or engineering-related) and 3+ years of related experience in Quality, Manufacturing, or Research.
• Experience should include technical quality skills in at least two of these areas: CAPA/problem-solving, applied statistics, validation, risk management/FMEA, change management, design controls, supplier quality management, and/or demonstrated application of LEAN/Continuous Improvement skills; Working knowledge and experience with regulated consumer products and/or medical devices requiring compliance to various regulatory or other technical requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the work time. 
• Work is completed in a high-speed manufacturing facility which can include exposure to dust, heat, noise, and moving machinery. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn when appropriate (may include safety glasses, ear protection, hair nets, beard bags).
• Experience with EtQ, SAP, and/or Workday is preferred.
• A recognized quality management certification, such as: Certified Quality Engineer, Certified Quality Auditor, or a LEAN Six Sigma certification is preferred.

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.

Grade 11/P1: Grade level and/or compensation may vary based on location

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

Paris Plant

Additional Locations

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time