Mechanical Technician
Kimberly-Clark

Mechanical Technician

Chester, PA

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.

This role is part of Kimberly-Clark's investment in creating new jobs and expanding its capabilities to produce premium Scott® products that are essential to millions of lives around the world, and right here in Chester, PA. 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. You will also:

• Actively participate in a High Performance Work Team environment, sharing knowledge and skills with all other team members.

• Support the planning and execution of daily/weekly/and shutdown activities.

• Actively participate in failure analysis and equipment / systems troubleshooting.

• Identify patterns of failures and ways to design out failures.

• Provide routine maintenance training to team members.

• Participate in cost effective decision making, for example, labor, parts, materials.

• Actively participates in the design, implementation and upgrade of all reliability programs.

• Identify and maintain critical spare inventory levels, working with stores.

• Participate in shutdown planning and two-week planning processes, including work and parts preparation.

• Set up and operate all types of mechanical tools which could include general machinists' tools, alignment devices.

• Read blue prints and related technical literature as required. Fabricate jobs from blue prints and sketches.

• Learn window-based computer systems and Kimberly Clark specific systems such as SAP, TALCM and DTR.

• Be willing and have the mechanical aptitude to lead and execute repairs on high speed rotating equipment.

• Will work with and on occasion, lead others (operators, crafts, contractors, suppliers).

• Be proficient in the assembly, disassembly and installation of mechanical systems and components commonly found on high speed rotating equipment and in the safe execution of rigging and large equipment transportation

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

As a person, you're a learner, a natural leader - someone who is always reliable, taking initiative to solve problems, and teaming up with others to make things better for all. As a manufacturing professional, you have strong mechanical aptitude and deliver high value to your team by operating equipment at expected performance levels, and acting as a team player to exceed safety, productivity and quality goals. You also…

• 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, or GED Grade 12 certificate.

• Have a 2-year related technical degree and a minimum of 5 years trade/work experience in a related manufacturing field, including experience with high-speed manufacturing and converting equipment.

• Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.

• Can read and write basic English.

• Are able to maintain a work schedule of 8 to 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.

• Can physically work on elevated work platforms, catwalks, scaffolding, and enter confined spaces.

• Can pass a pre-employment assessment and a pre-employment drug + background screening.

• Can pass post-offer / pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 30 months work experience in a manufacturing field or equivalent

• Experience with high-speed manufacturing and converting equipment

• Knowledge of SAP

Total Benefits

Our manufacturing employees are some of our most important workers, our most loyal fans, and our favorite people, so we take care of them really well. We've listed just a few of the many offerings that the incumbent of this role would enjoy if hired.

Competitive Compensation with a starting wage of $36.46 per hour (with premium rates on Sundays) and available pay increases within your first year. You'll also be included in our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing Plans.

Support for Great Health with options for medical, dental and vision coverage-and no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions, you can start work with peace of mind on Day 1. You'll also have access to an on-site Fitness Center and on-site Occupational Health Nurse and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts that let you maximize health care options and stretch your dollars further when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse Income protection insurance options such as Life insurance, Short and Long-term Disability insurance to help protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury or other unexpected events.

Great support for amazing life choices. We know it takes time and resources to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare. That's why Kimberly-Clark offers additional programs, reimbursements and stipends for the things that matter to your life, right now.

For a full overview of the many Benefits offered to Kimberly-Clark employees, go to www.mykcbenefits.com.

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. We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects 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.

Additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role are available upon request. You may contact 866-444-4516 - when prompted for employee ID, say "OTHER CALLER" - or kcchrprod@service-now.com for assistance. You must include the six digit Job # with your request.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

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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