Sr. Quality Manager - Baby Child Care

　　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.

　　The Sr. Quality Manager has key leadership responsibility within the KCNA Quality team for all quality management activities and outcomes in the Baby Child Care (BCC) manufacturing facilities and BCC business. In addition, this position will lead and manage all Quality Team staff team members in the KCNA Manufacturing facilities as well as, the staff location.

　　This role reports directly to the Sr. Director of KCNA Quality. The Manufacturing Sr. Quality Manager must develop strategic quality management programs, initiatives and targets throughout BCC manufacturing to ensure required quality performance and regulatory compliance is achieved.

　　In addition, the role must engage with and influence KCNA Business Leaders, Supply Chain Leaders, Facility Directors and Functional Leaders so there is a quality culture aligned with making and shipping products which meet or exceed customer and other stakeholder expectations.

　　Role is based at the Neenah Staff K-C location in Neenah, WI, USA

　　In this role, you will:

　　Serve as the Quality Management Representative with authority and accountability for establishing and maintaining a robust and compliant quality management system (QMS) for BCC Manufacturing.Ensure Manufacturing QMS standards, processes and practices consistently meet appropriate K-C and external stakeholder requirements, which include, FDA 21 CFR 820 regulations, ISO 9001, ISO 22716, FDA Cosmetic requirements, and specific customer/end-user expectations.Lead the strategic development and implementation of the quality plan with associated initiatives, actions and targets which supports the overall BCC business plan and cascades down into Manufacturing facilities.Manage a team of Quality Engineers in driving robust problem solving, non-conformance reduction and continual improvement efforts. Drive values stream optimization through the application of proven methodologies such as Six Sigma, LEAN, Kaizen events etc.Strong capability in risk management ensuring risks are proactively identified and mitigated.Ensure regulatory compliance at all times.Serve as a change agent with Quality System development and implementation.Ensure appropriate statistical quality control practices are employed and tools to support a philosophy of run-to-target with minimum variability ensuring delivery of products right-first-time.Ensure operations related CAPA activities are managed in a complete and timely manner.Effectively partner with K-C Supply Chain leaders and Mill Managers to develop and implement strategies which promote the K-C Quality Culture throughout operations.Provide oversight, coaching and guidance for Mill Quality teams and QEs with regard to planning and execution of assigned deliverables and cross-functional support of programs that include Product Life-Cycle Process Risk Management Activities; Process Validation activities; Test Method/Inspection; Method Development and Validation; Operations related CAPA / QNCs, and audit readiness.Ensure transfers to manufacturing as well as changes in manufacturing are data driven and robustly executed.Support the preparation and conduct of compliance forums such as Quality System Management Reviews, Change Review Board Meetings, QNC/CAPA Board meetings etc.Understand and can apply industry-standard practices such as Good Manufacturing / Warehouse Practices (GMP & GWP)Lead appropriate assessments of manufacturing and distribution facilities to establish an overview of performance strengths, risks and opportunities.Builds capability and provides coaching and guidance for quality management across the BCC Manufacturing facilities.Builds and maintains strong relationships and networks with key stakeholders and peers within the business unit and across the Enterprise.Partner with internal support functions (i.e. validation, supplier quality, procurement, distribution etc.) to achieve functional excellence.Is able to influence and engage at all levels of the organization.Serves as a key thought leader for the Enterprise Quality Management function.

　　Working Conditions:

　　Travel up to 50% of the work time. Travel may also include business travels via aircrafts and motor vehicles to various locations.Work is completed in both an office environment and at Manufacturing Facilities. When at Manufacturing facilities, will be exposed to typical K-C Manufacturing environments ranging from dust, heat, noise, moisture up to clean room environments. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times (may include safety glasses, ear protection, hair nets, beard bags (if applicable), full gowning.May include prolong periods of standing, along with occasional bending, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 10 lbs, climbing, twisting, stooping etc.

　　Basic Qualifications:

　　A bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, typically science or engineering related or significant quality management experience.A recognized quality management certification is desirable such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer / Quality Manager / Auditor or CQI Chartered Quality Management Professional.10 years' experience in a Manufacturing Quality role.Demonstrated management experience within a complex, matrix or multi-business organization.Working knowledge and experience with products requiring compliance with various regulatory or other technical requirements.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Experience in an organization with Quality as a compliance function.Understanding of key regulations and standards applicable to KCNA.

　　Total Benefits

　　For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com

　　Hybrid Work Arrangements: You're looking to make a difference. When and where it works best for you. And 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 work (hybrid) 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.

　　Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact 866-444-4516 for assistance. You must include the six digit Job # with your request.

　　Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

　　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.

　　Kimberly-Clark will support global relocation for the chosen candidate for the role, including assistance to obtain proper work authorization. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark's applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will decided Kimberly-Clark's sole discretion.

　　Grade 07

　　#LI-Hybrid

　　Primary Location

　　USA-WI-Neenah

　　Additional Locations

　　Worker Type

　　Employee

　　Worker Sub-Type

　　Regular

　　Time Type

　　Full time