Maintenance Technical Intern

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Corinth (MS); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Eligible for overtime pay

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Corinth, MS, is hiring a Maintenance Technical Intern for a full-time role focused on maintaining systems and equipment. Candidates must be at least 18, have a high school diploma or equivalent, and possess technical skills in electrical troubleshooting.

This position supports operational excellence through equipment maintenance and ensures production quality. Starting hourly wage is $22.00. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the US.
• 3+ years experience in maintenance electrical troubleshooting or 2-year technical degree.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties on Kimberly-Clark systems and equipment.
• Support production and quality by ensuring equipment operation.
• Ensure machine uptime and corrective actions for non-conformances.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Lean principles

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year Associate's degree

Tools

Rockwell Automation PLC

Job description

Job Overview

Maintenance Technical Intern – Corinth, MS. This one‑year, full‑time position will be performed onsite at the Corinth GNW, MS Plant.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. Your responsibilities include:

• Build talent on Kimberly‑Clark systems and equipment by performing maintenance duties.
• Safely support production and quality by ensuring proper operation and upkeep of the manufacturing and supporting equipment.
• Rotate through all areas of the mill as part of the training.
• Provide expertise and coordination for the technical activities by possessing a high level of technical skills.
• Ensure maintenance activities are accomplished within mill area teams in a manner that supports mill and department objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and productivity.
• Own and drive machine uptime.
• Ensure corrective and preventive action for all machine non‑conformances and support operating crews when needed.
• Be a visible leader of Lean principles (i.e. engagement, leader standard work, zone control, problem solving).

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need the following 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.
• 3+ years’ experience in maintenance electrical troubleshooting supporting a manufacturing/industrial operation, OR a 2‑year Associate’s/technical degree or substantial progress toward completion (preferably in Electrical Technology/Industrial Maintenance or similar curriculum).
• Have basic computer knowledge, strong mechanical aptitude, and good math skills.
• Successfully pass a skill knowledge evaluation.
• Are able to maintain a work schedule of 12‑hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Demonstrate personal sensitivity and competency in process and technical knowledge as well as leadership.
• Strong work ethic and self‑motivation is required.
• Perform the physical requirements of the role and be available by phone to respond to issues.
• Can pass a pre‑employment assessment and a pre‑employment drug + background screening.
• Can pass post‑offer/pre‑hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).

Preferred Experience

• Rockwell Automation PLC and mechanical repair.

Benefits

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive benefits package that is available at Kimberly‑Clark. For a complete overview, please see www.mykcbenefits.com.

Salary & Compensation

Starting Hourly Wage: $22.00 USD. The stated pay rate applies to U.S. locations only. This role is eligible for overtime pay.

EEO Statement

Kimberly‑Clark is 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 describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification and 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, pre‑screening tests (including drug screening, background check, DMV check), and the completion of a post‑offer/pre‑hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).