Quality Intern at Kimberly-Clark USA, LLC in Owensboro, Kentucky

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Quality Intern

Job Description

Work Type: Intern – Fulltime (M-F)

Location:   Owensboro, KY

Dates:  June 2024 through August 2024

At Kimberly-Clark, internship experiences are a valued part of our culture. Kimberly-Clark considers its pool of co-ops to be a great source of future full-time employees.  There may be no better place to launch or advance your supply chain career than at Kimberly-Clark. That's because we've structured our supply chain organization in a way that enables you to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the supply chain and a rewarding work experience. Whether beginning your supply chain career or seeking a new challenge as an experienced professional, our team environment will allow you to contribute to your fullest potential.

Qualifications

• Students must have completed 2-3 years toward a four-year college degree; preferably in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics Management, Manufacturing Operations, Industrial Engineering, or related field.


• Completion of 1-1/2 years of college courses in relevant field of study to include quality, regulatory affairs, data analytics, and/or manufacturing.


• Minimum 3.0 out of 4.0 overall GPA is preferred (transcripts will be requested).


• Solid knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint


• A high degree of analytical skill is required


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. 

Job Duties

• Assist in Quality Assurance activities for the site.


• Support internal audit program through development of internal audit schedules; execute audits and manage related corrective action plans. Ensure audits are prioritized and aligned with objectives and strategies.


• Ensures activities are in compliance with both ISO 9001 & 22716 and are aligned with company quality assurance standards and applicable government regulations, such as regulated product Cosmetic Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements. Ensures the facility remains regulatory audit ready.


• Ensure established manufacturing inspection, sampling and statistical process control procedures are followed. Perform production and quality system audits.


• Ensure effective quality training is developed and executed to build talent and capability; benchmark with KCNA/BCC standards. Assist with training.


• Demonstrate a sound knowledge and understanding of Sanitary Manufacturing requirements with regard to water purification, air handling, hygiene requirements, and gowning.


• Provide clear direction for development of Validation Management Program, as required by a Cosmetics type of regulated environment.


• Support Lean problem solving; complete trend and problem analyses for cross-functional team collaboration. Create an empowered culture of accountability and teamwork with proven site/staff networking.


• Conduct performance reviews and ensure team has critical support/skills for development. Quality system areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, hygiene, auditing, non-conforming product, compliance, sanitary manufacturing, validations, and supplier quality.


• Demonstrates, maintains, and builds both personal and team capability in Quality Management Systems (QMS), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and applicable regulations to support objectives.


• Establish and maintain good internal K-C customer rapport, while driving solutions to meet business needs.


• Carry out assigned projects as part of a team.


• Demonstrate the ability to fully develop the skills and traits required for continued growth and development. 


• Conduct all communications and transactions with utmost integrity and honesty. 


• Document knowledge and report research and development work as required. 


• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected. 


• Strong oral and written communication skills are imperative. 


• Understanding of basic statistics and computer usage experience is desirable.


• Ability to create / present final presentation on key learnings during Co-op / Internship experience.

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.

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

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.

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