E&I Maintenance Technician

Kimberly-Clark; Tennessee; On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Pay bonus every quarter

Paid time off on first day

Free product if safety goals met

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark is seeking an experienced Maintenance Partner to support electrical maintenance for production, packaging and distribution at Loudon Mill. You will perform preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance on diverse equipment in a clean, well-lit environment, diagnosing urgent issues and supporting continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and responsive problem solving. Typical shifts are 10 hours over four days, with on-call evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• 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 three (3) or more years’ experience of skilled electrical maintenance work within a manufacturing environment, or equivalent.
• 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).
• Can physically work on elevated work platforms, catwalks, scaffolding, and enter confined space.
• Post high school vocational training in E&I technology is desirable.
• Specific trade experience in general electrical maintenance, PLC programing, instrumentation, DCS, and low to medium voltage electrical work experience are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment associated with the production, packaging and distribution of Kimberly-Clark products through preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance work.
• This assignment is primarily accountable for electrical maintenance support at Loudon Mill.
• 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, Partners from other process areas, and Resources.
• 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.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma / GED

Vocational training in E&I technology

Tools

PLC programming

Instrumentation

DCS

Low/Medium voltage work

Job description

Your Job

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional®. At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: this is your opportunity to troubleshoot complex electrical systems, implement and improve maintenance practices in a facility that creates top-notch products for nearly ¼ of the world’s population. Get recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see those essential products being used by your own loved ones each day. It starts with YOU.

About You

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.

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
• This assignment is primarily accountable for electrical maintenance support at Loudon Mill. This assignment will require supporting a specific asset and working 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.

Maintenance Partners typically work 10 hour shifts / 4 days a week M-F with evening and weekend call-in support as needed.

Accountabilities

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, Partners from other process areas, and Resources.

• 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.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• 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 three (3) or more years’ experience of skilled electrical maintenance work within a manufacturing environment, or equivalent.
• 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).
• Can physically work on elevated work platforms, catwalks, scaffolding, and enter confined space.
• Post high school vocational training in E&I technology is desirable.
• Specific trade experience in general electrical maintenance, PLC programing, instrumentation, DCS, and low to medium voltage electrical work experience are desirable.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

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.

• 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 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.

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 encompassesthe 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 local policies.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.

Starting Hourly Wage: $33.33 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. Please note that the stated pay rate applies to US locations only.

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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