Liquids Platform SME

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

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What you will do

The Liquids Platform SME (Subject Matter Expert) Engineer reports to the Liquids Platform Director, he \ she is:

• Responsible for alignment, planning, design and completion of technology platform projects and\or key initiatives.
• Developing, training and adopting Liquids Technology standards, guidelines and best practices;
• Driving Manufacturing Enabled Innovation through scouting, selecting, studying and developing business cases for new technologies addressing our business needs;
• Demonstrating solid technical background in the Liquids segment, with the ability to create strong relationships with different functions, to build technical solution adoption;
• Capable of assessing and processes and solving complex technical problems  

The liquids Subject Matter Expert (SME) will:

• Execute Platform lead  Engineering projects and deliver against FPOs (Final Project Objectives)
• Perform feasibility study of new Platform projects, define business case
• Plan and/or verify, and controls project costs and schedules
• Promote and monitor all regulatory requirements impacting platform
• Develop, review, and analyze specifications
• Analyze requirements to select and engage partners, manage their performance (e.g., suppliers, consultants)
• Assist in developing and maintaining technology roadmaps for the platform
• Ensure programs/projects are aligned with the technology platform roadmaps and standards.
• Contribute to planning, scoping, quantification, and implementation of all sorts of global programs
• Propose, develop, and drive technical standard adoption to meet current and future needs
• Act as preferred “go-to” person for complex issue resolution (at global level)
• Lead/participate in Community of Practice in own area(s) of expertise
• Lead technical capability building programs
• Influences internal and external peers
• Build extensive external and internal network
• Engage in external and internal benchmarking to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation

Requirements: 

Education: MS (Eng.) preferred Mechanical or Chemical Engineering      

Experience:

• Technical expertise and in-depth knowledge of liquids technologies (for personal care, food, chemicals or self-care).
• Experience with manufacturing operations and support.
• Experience in dealing with Manufacturing plants and their organization.
• Management experience in Manufacturing or Maintenance or other functions, Operations Excellence/Lean/6-Sigma is an advantage.                     

Travel: Regional & International Travel (up to 30%)

Additional Requirement: Proficient Knowledge of English Language

Core Competencies:

• Deep technical understanding of processes and practices
• Applied understanding of the business & the regulatory environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exhibits passion to collaborate and influence without authority at different levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills
• Digital technology deep understanding

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Ability to drive multiple complex technical projects
• Highly developed expertise in one or more core areas. Overall knowledge of all related engineering areas
• Overall technical program leadership
• Experience of driving Engineering innovations
• Experienced stakeholder management (internal and external)
• Outside-in insights benchmarking
• External and internal Customer focus (market and sites)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Location: Lititz

What’s in it for you

This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate’s skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.