Paul Clarke
About Paul Clarke
Paul Clarke is a Senior Mold Design Engineer at Procter & Gamble, with extensive experience in mold solutions, mechanical design, and project management.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Paul Clarke is a Senior Mold Design Engineer at Procter & Gamble. He has been in this role since 2018. In this capacity, he evaluates and delivers comprehensive mold solutions utilizing software tools like Minitab and JMP. His responsibilities include managing injection mold tool projects from initial concepts to installation. Paul leads various projects for the Blades and Razors department, ensuring all operations meet the high-quality standards required for global distribution.
Previous Positions at Procter & Gamble
Before becoming a Senior Mold Design Engineer, Paul Clarke served as a Mold Design Engineer at Procter & Gamble, starting in 2013. He worked in both Reading, United Kingdom, and Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. His earlier role within the company was as a Product Design Engineer from 2010 to 2013, where he was based in Reading, UK. During these roles, Paul built significant expertise that now underpins his current senior position.
Career Background
Paul Clarke has an extensive career in engineering and design, beginning at LEC Refrigeration Limited as a Design Draughtsman from 1992 to 1996. Over the years, he has held various positions such as Mechanical Design Engineer, Senior Design Consultant, and Product Design Consultant across multiple companies including Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Motorola, and GEA Group. His international experience includes stints in the United Kingdom, Denmark, and the United States, reflecting his adaptability and wide-ranging skills in mechanical and product design.
Educational Background
Paul Clarke holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Polymer Processing from the Institute of Technology, Sligo, achieved between 2016 and 2018. He also obtained a Certificate in Polymer Technologies from the same institution in 2017. Prior to this, he studied Advanced manufacturing technology and Manufacturing Engineering, earning an HNC from both Chichester College and the University of Chichester from 1991 to 1995. His foundational education was completed at Portsmouth Grammar School and Alnouri English School in Kuwait.
Specialized Skills and Responsibilities
In his role at Procter & Gamble, Paul Clarke is responsible for injection mould tool projects from initial concepts to installation. He works extensively with Gillette's worldwide molding operations, aiming to improve mold processes, automation, and design. Paul has in-depth knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Design of Experiments (DOE), which he uses to ensure project success. Additionally, he manages project capital to ensure timely and budget-compliant completion and liaises with external vendors during various project phases.