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Kimberly-Clark · 3 weeks ago

Senior Scientist, Materials

USA-GA-Atlanta

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$106K/yr - $131K/yr

5+ years exp

Kimberly-Clark is a global leader in consumer products dedicated to sustainability and innovation. The Senior Scientist, Materials will lead material and process development projects for wipes basesheet materials, focusing on coform and sustainable processes to support the Global Wipes business.

ManufacturingProduct DesignWholesale

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead material and process development projects / programs for wipes basesheet materials, specifically coform and plastic-free/sustainable basesheet processes, in support of K-C’s Global Wipes Business. Scope ranges from early front-end innovation through development and commercialization

Plan and carry out project responsibilities with limited assistance and direction

Seek, recognize, define, and solve problems to achieve unit objectives. Identify complex technical issues to determine root cause, develop and recommend solutions

Deliver on key material and process innovation, development, commercialization, and customer programs, globally

Communicate and document project plans and results to key customers

Provide functional guidance and leadership in the development, and ongoing optimization of nonwoven materials and processes

Provide protection to technologies, processes, materials, and products through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets

Develop knowledge and skills to be recognized as an effective implementer of research principles, scientific analysis, and project management

Be flexible on work hours to support global customers

Qualification

Material developmentProcess developmentCoform technologyPolymer processingProject managementInterpersonal skillsLeadership skillsProblem-solvingTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (preferably a Masters or advanced degree) in a related major scientific or engineering discipline from an accredited college or university; and 5+ years of experience in a variety of technical assignments in a professional R&D

A demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team to successfully lead and complete commercialization projects within required timeframes

Adept knowledge and background in coform materials and technology and a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process or product related initiatives

Experience working with global customers in person and remotely

Preferred

A preferred candidate has strong experience in polymer processing, especially with bioresin process development

Practical experience leading projects, working with internal customers and external vendors is also a strong preference

Benefits

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.