Converting Asset Team Leader

Converting Asset Team Leader

As a Converting Asset Leader, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. This role is a critical part of our operations leadership pipeline—a steppingstone toward Product System Leadership and, ultimately, future Plant Management opportunities.

• Provide overall leadership for the asset team across key areas including safety, quality, cost and productivity, continuous improvement, housekeeping/5S, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and team capability development.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by leading Operations, Reliability, and Engineering teams.
• Collaborate with site resources (e.g., CI, Reliability, Engineering) to achieve platform goals.
• Set strategic objectives that significantly impact plant performance, sector results, and customer service delivery for Kimberly‑Clark.
• Lead a complex asset base.
• Define and implement mill programs and projects aligned with business unit objectives.
• Ensure effective and cost‑efficient execution of operational programs.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional project teams from various disciplines.
• Set priorities, manage budgets, and contribute to long‑range planning efforts.

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, business or a relevant discipline and 6+ years of equivalent related experience.
• Significant experience in Operations, Business, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Maintenance.
• Strong understanding of the operations role in the Supply Chain.
• Knowledge and aptitude in people management and/or technical areas of expertise.
• Ability to organize, influence and lead a multi‑functional team and foster a proactive team environment.
• Experience in multiple plant environments, product systems, and staff experience, along with leadership of a non‑exempt workforce is highly desired.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with individuals across all levels.
• Proficient in Lean business practices (e.g., 4‑step simple problem solving, LSW, Visual Management, 5S).
• Ability to build and manage a budget.

Normal scheduled hours will vary based on the need to support a 24/7 operation. Ability to work in a manufacturing environment.

The base salary range for this role is $105,740 – $130,620 USD for U.S. locations, with eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including a 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. Actual pay will depend on location, role, skills, performance, and experience.

Health coverage: medical, dental, and vision with no waiting periods or pre‑existing condition restrictions. On‑site fitness center, occupational health nurse, safety equipment allowances, flexible savings and spending accounts, income protection insurance, and programs to support education, relocation, childcare, and more.

Kimberly‑Clark is 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.