Title: Lead Material Scientist
Company: Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Location: Appleton, Wisconsin, United States
Antonio J. Carrillo, PhD, lead material scientist at Kimberly-Clark Corporation, has been recognized by Marquis Who’s Who Top Scientists for dedication, achievements, and leadership in manufacturing.
With over a decade of experience to his credit, Dr. Carrillo has established a successful career in manufacturing, specializing in global absorbance development. Since 2012, he has excelled as lead material scientist and project scientist at Kimberly-Clark, overseeing projects within the business unit. Kimberly-Clark is a global leader in the manufacturing of essential health and hygiene products, producing well-known brands such as Huggies, Kleenex, and Scott. The company focuses on innovating sustainable solutions to improve the quality of life for consumers worldwide while prioritizing environmental responsibility.
As the lead material scientist, Dr. Carrillo is responsible for developing new materials for personal care products and ensuring their effective scale-up. His role also involves overseeing the processing and conversion of these materials into finished products, ensuring they meet the required standards for quality and functionality. His experience also includes serving as a research and development scientist at Amerilehem. Additionally, he has contributed to the field through numerous peer-reviewed articles. He also holds 16 patents, including one for low-density polymeric materials designed to reduce polymer consumption for turmeric large-scale applications.
Laying a solid educational foundation, Dr. Carrillo earned a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from the Institute of Technology in 1997, a Master of Science in advanced materials research in 2002, and a PhD in polymer engineering from the University of Akron in 2008. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the Society of Plastic Engineers, the American Chemical Society, and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers. Throughout his career, he has experienced significant growth, culminating in his current role as a lead scientist at Kimberly-Clark. He takes great pride in achieving his first patent related to developing low-density polymeric materials, aimed at reducing polymer consumption in timber leaks, which has contributed to environmental sustainability by addressing concerns such as non-warming cloud development. In light of his impressive undertakings, he was honored with the Luminary Award at the Hispanic Engineers National Achievement Awards in 2016 and the Green Engineer Award by the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers in the same year.
Dr. Carrillo attributes his success to networking, considering himself fortunate to have crossed paths with individuals who have been instrumental in his professional growth. He also recognizes that his accomplishments are not only the result of his own hard work but also the support and encouragement he has received from his network. He believes that dedication and passion are essential for achieving success, emphasizing that turning ideas into reality requires commitment and effort to see projects through to completion. He is also driven by a deep passion for problem-solving and critical thinking. He approaches challenges from multiple perspectives. Looking to the future, he plans to continue expanding his technical expertise, with a focus on mentoring future generations. He believes in leaving a positive professional legacy by sharing knowledge and expertise. Additionally, he aspires to take on more leadership responsibilities, aiming to influence decision-making and guide teams in both technical and managerial roles.
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