Entry Technician

Kimberley Clark; Owensboro (KY); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical/dental/vision

On-site fitness center

Flexible savings accounts

Income protection insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Owensboro, KY is hiring an Entry Technician to operate high-speed manufacturing equipment and support production goals with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

You will maintain and adjust equipment for quality output, document performance metrics, and work with a cross-functional team to meet production targets in a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights and weekends. Local candidates authorized to work in the US only.

Formación

• Be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Have 1+ years of continuous work experience.
• Basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Be able to work a 12-hour rotating shift including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Pass pre-employment assessments and a pre-employment drug and background screening.
• Possess legal right to work in the United States.
• Basic mechanical skills.

Responsabilidades

• Operate and maintain machinery that produces and packages Kimberly-Clark products.
• Document daily performance metrics and report findings in verbal and written formats.
• Identify machine faults and adjust settings to maintain high quality materials.
• Collaborate with team members in a self-directed work team system.
• Ensure safety and comply with company policies and procedures.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Teamwork

Math skills

Basic computer knowledge

Self-motivated

Safety awareness

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Herramientas

SAP knowledge

Descripción del empleo

Entry Technician Owensboro, KY

About You

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 operate a machine that produces top-notch products for ¼ of the world's population. Get 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.

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. You will be maintaining equipment associated with the production, packaging and distribution of Kimberly-Clark products through preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance work. This role is part of Kimberly-Clark's investment in creating new jobs and expanding its capabilities to produce premium products that are essential to millions of lives around the world, and right here in Owensboro, Kentucky. It starts with YOU. In this role, you will be running technologically advanced, high-speed manufacturing equipment and collaborating with new or junior team members to do their best work safely. The role of our Production Technician includes the following:

• Safety is our first priority. We require all Partners to work in a safe manner to consistently identify and correct unsafe acts and conditions. At times, this will include operating heavy equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Utilize problem solving and decision-making skills to establish proficiency in operating and making machine adjustments which are required to achieve and control high quality material standards.
• Actively participant in a self-directed work team system which includes at times providing meaningful feedback to build participation and engagement with team members.
• The ability to document, account for and complete daily performance metrics in both verbal and written formats.
• Fundamental Mechanical aptitude required to identify machine faults and variations in runtime stability.
• Ensure that quality tests are done correctly and in a timely manner, and documents are maintained as required.

Qualifications

• Be 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 1+ years of continuous work experience.
• Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Be able to maintain a work schedule of 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• 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 in a Team Based High Performance Work System.
• Problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Motivated self-starter.
• Legal right to work in the United States.
• Basic mechanical skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in manufacturing; ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience.
• Post secondary education/training (degrees, technical, military).
• Mechanical skills; troubleshooting, disassembling equipment, parts replacement, general machine repair, gear boxes, couplings, drawings & schematics, bearings, pumps, or rigging.
• Experience with high-speed manufacturing.
• Basic understanding, support and execution of Continuous Improvement principles and tools.
• Previous Lift Truck Operator experience.
• SAP knowledge.

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.

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 and 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.

Primary Location Owensboro, KY, USA.

Worker Type Employee.

Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time.

Starting Hourly Wage: $28.30 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.