Dallas Waterstradt serves as a Senior Quality Engineer at Kimberly-Clark, where he embodies the belief that quality should be an integral part of everyday life. His philosophy extends beyond the workplace, emphasizing that quality is a value that should permeate our families and communities, ultimately...
Dallas Waterstradt serves as a Senior Quality Engineer at Kimberly-Clark, where he embodies the belief that quality should be an integral part of everyday life. His philosophy extends beyond the workplace, emphasizing that quality is a value that should permeate our families and communities, ultimately shaping a better future. In his current role, Dallas is the project lead for a transformative initiative aimed at implementing a new quality manufacturing software across 11 facilities, impacting over 200 assets with a budget of $20-30 million. This ambitious project underscores his commitment to enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring that quality standards are met consistently across the board.
Dallas’s expertise in cGMP manufacturing and quality assurance is complemented by his strong leadership skills, which he leverages to foster cross-functional collaboration among teams in Supply Chain, IT, Research & Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Product Lifecycle Management. His ability to facilitate quick decision-making for urgent cross-functional initiatives is crucial in addressing critical customer needs, particularly during asset downtime or project escalations. With a solid foundation in statistics and process safety, Dallas is adept at navigating the complexities of the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory requirements while driving continuous improvement.
His proficiency in cleaning validation, new product validation, and vendor management further enhances his capability to deliver high-quality outcomes. As he continues to lead key projects at Kimberly-Clark, Dallas Waterstradt remains dedicated to instilling a culture of quality that not only meets but exceeds expectations, paving the way for sustainable growth and innovation in the industry.