Maintenance Technician
Loudon, Tennessee, United States of America
Full Time
3 days ago
$64,000 USD
Key skills
CLeadership
About this role
Maintenance Technician
Job Description
Your Job
Preventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced, high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is no easy feat, but it’s worth it when you’re recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see the products you produce being used by your own family at the end of the day.
It starts with YOU. In this role, you will:
Be maintaining equipment associated with the production, packaging and distribution of Kimberly-Clark products through preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance work
Support a specific asset and work maintenance downs as needed.
Work on a range of technology and equipment in a clean, well-lit environment.
Diagnose and resolve a variety of urgent challenges and problems (every day is different).
Join a team that supports your growth and development.
Help us advance manufacturing and respond to customer needs with greater speed and creativity.
Perform work in a safe manner and report unsafe acts and conditions.
Assist in correcting unsafe acts and conditions.
Re-enforce safe work behaviors among team members.
Demonstrate technical skill proficiency.
Ensure that process equipment and work areas are maintained in a manner that meets established housekeeping standards.
Actively participate in task analysis and process specific maintenance training, demonstrating retention of key process knowledge and maintenance skills.
Participate in activities and work groups which drive continuous improvement in the operating team, unit, and the mill's ability to meet business requirements, manufacturing process capability, and the quality of work life.
Develop and continue to demonstrate skills and knowledge about the manufacturing process.
Learn and demonstrate problem-solving/ troubleshooting skills.
Maintain constructive and effective working relationships with other work group members.
Proactively and constructively confront barriers to effective working cooperation, or individual/group performance.
Exhibit flexibility by supporting any potential site needs, non-day shift work (nights, weekends) along with call-ins as required.
Communicate concisely, completely and in a timely manner about business issues.
Learn and demonstrate positive team interaction skills
Maintenance Partners typically work 10 hour shifts / 4 days a week M-F with evening and weekend call-in support as needed.
About Us
Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. Kimberly-Clark Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without talented professionals, like you.
At Kimberly-Clark, you’ll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation, growth and impact. We’re founded on more than 150 years of market leadership, and we’re always looking for new and better ways to perform – so there’s your open door of opportunity. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.
Led by Purpose. Driven by You.
About You
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results.
In one of our manufacturing roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications.
Have three (3) or more years’ experience of skilled mechanical maintenance work within a manufacturing environment, or equivalent.
Specific trade experience in general mechanical maintenance, (especially industrial rotating equipment), welding, pipefitting and millwright skills.
Machining and other trade specializations such as hydraulics, pneumatics, and vibration analysis are desirable.
Post high school vocational training in Mechanical technology is desirable.
Are 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
Have a state and/or US Department of Education accredited high school diploma, GED Grade 12 certificate.
Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
Can pass a pre-employment assessment and a pre-employment drug + background screening.
Can pass post-offer / pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
Ability to work nights, holidays, weekends, overtime and be on call.
Total Benefits
Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.
You’ll also be included in our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plans.
K-C Loudon Mill offers an Incentive Pay bonus each quarter
New hires receive paid time off upon first day of employment
K-C Loudon Mill offers premium pay for hours worked on a Sunday or Holiday
K-C Loudon Mill gives away free product (bath/facial tissue or Hand Towels) for months where safety goals are met.
K-C is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace, promoting the health and wellbeing of its employees, and ensuring sanitation and safety in the products that we manufacture. We care about the health of each employee, and it is our intent to provide all employees with a work environment conducive to good health. Therefore, it is the policy of K-C that the use of tobacco products by employees, contractors, and visitors on K-C property is prohibited.
To Be Considered
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
And finally, the fine print….
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, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses 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.
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.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
Starting Hourly Wage: $32.23 USD
At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. This position is eligible for the starting wage listed above, overtime pay and available pay increases within your first year. You’ll also enjoy a full benefits package, including our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plan.
This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.
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