Technology Specialist

Kimberly-Clark; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark seeks a Technology Specialist to support PC, server, and network operations at the office site. You will coordinate IT projects, assist with data center maintenance, and work with the Network/Ops and Server teams to keep systems running smoothly.

Responsibilities include PC support, printing services, mobility and UC support, plus asset and inventory management in ServiceNow. Strong troubleshooting and Windows/SQL networking experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience with proven technical skills.
• 1+ years of relevant experience with relevant technical experience, or 3+ years of hands‑on IT work with demonstrated skills.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for computer, infrastructure, and basic application issues.
• Experience with Windows operating systems, Windows Server, SQL Server, Cisco networking, LAN/WAN, wireless networks, firewalls, Microsoft Office, Office 365, SharePoint, smartphones, and tablets including iOS and Android.
• Experience using a ticketing system for incident and request tracking, such as ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

• Operational Support: Support maintenance of local data center, site IT infrastructure, mill systems; resolve minor issues and escalate major ones.
• Infrastructure Projects: Support planning and execution of mill infrastructure projects; coordinate small to medium IT projects.
• Network Support: Install and support network equipment with guidance from Network Ops.
• Server Support: Coordinate or perform server installations, OS upgrades, patching, maintenance with Server team.
• PC Support: Provide site-specific support, imaging, installation, troubleshooting, deployment, inventory in ServiceNow.
• Printing Services: Manage printer fleet; procure equipment; escalate to vendor as needed.
• Unified Communications: Install and support voice/video equipment with UC team.
• Mobility Services: Assist with equipment requests, config, support for mobile devices.
• Surplus Coordination: Document IT hardware surplus process for inventory disposal.
• Site IT Administration: Onboard new employees; procure components; educate users on tech.
• Compliance and Continuity: Ensure LAN/WAN compliance; maintain Business Continuity Plan and 1–3 year IT plan.
• Technology Liaison: Relay tech recommendations; coordinate changes; manage communication with stakeholders.
• Professional Practices: Demonstrate customer-based service; problem solving; learn new tech.

Skills

Windows OS

Windows Server

SQL Server

Cisco networking

LAN/WAN

Office 365

SharePoint

Mobile devices (iOS/Android)

ServiceNow

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Networking equipment

Job description

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.

About You

You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

Summary:

Technology Specialists support the day-to-day operations of PCs, servers, and networking equipment for the office location. Coordinate small to medium size IT projects for the office and contribute to large IT projects.

Customers: Primary customers will be the site personnel in the office, including executives and their assistants. Key stakeholder and working relationships will be established with DTS and the business depending on the assignment and project scope.

Reports: The incumbent works for the ITS Infrastructure & Operations Manager and may take functional work direction from others at the facility.

In this role you will:

• Operational Support: Support operational maintenance of local data center, site IT infrastructure, mill-related computer systems, installed applications, and manufacturing-specific applications; resolve minor infrastructure problems and **escalate** higher-impact issues.

• Infrastructure Projects: Support planning and execution of mill infrastructure implementation projects and coordinate small to medium-sized IT projects while contributing to larger initiatives.

• Network Support: Install and support network equipment with guidance from the Network Operations team.

• Server Support / Maintenance: Coordinate or perform physical and virtual server installations, operating system upgrades, critical patching, and maintenance with assistance from the Server team.

• PC Support / Deployment: Provide site-specific support requiring office or desk visits; manage ordering, imaging, software installation, troubleshooting, deployment, and accurate inventory management through ServiceNow.

• Printing Services: Manage the multi-function device and printer fleet; procure equipment, provide basic support, and **escalate** issues to the printer vendor as needed.

• Unified Communications Support: Install and support voice and video equipment with assistance from the UC Operations team.

• Mobility Services: Assist with new equipment requests, configuration, and support for mobile devices.

• Surplus Coordination: Document and coordinate the IT hardware surplus equipment process for inventory and asset disposal purposes.

• Site IT Administration: Request new employee accounts, provide IT onboarding training, procure infrastructure components according to established KC procurement processes, and educate mill users on available technologies and proper use.

• Compliance and Continuity: Ensure LAN/WAN and related systems are compliant with established control procedures; review and control access to MDF and other sensitive areas; maintain the site IT Business Continuity Plan and a 1- to 3-year IT plan.

• Technology Liaison: Relay future technology recommendations between the mill and centralized technology teams, coordinate technology changes, manage communication plans for implementations, and facilitate collaboration among stakeholders with shared objectives.

• Professional Practices: Demonstrate a customer-based service philosophy, analytical and systematic problem solving, quality performance, and the ability to rapidly absorb and apply new technical information.

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

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience with proven technical skills.

• 1+ years of relevant experience with relevant technical experience, or 3+ years of hands‑on IT work with demonstrated skills.

• Strong troubleshooting skills for computer, infrastructure, and basic application issues.

• Experience with Windows operating systems, Windows Server, SQL Server, Cisco networking, LAN/WAN, wireless networks, firewalls, Microsoft Office, Office 365, SharePoint, smartphones, and tablets including iOS and Android.

• Experience using a ticketing system for incident and request tracking, such as ServiceNow.

Customer Expectations:

• Carry out all work safely. Adhere to plant security policies.

• Carry out assigned tasks in a timely, diligent, and professional manner.

• Establish proactive, confidence‑inspiring client and support team relationships to ensure support, maintenance and project work meet business goals.

• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results.

• Communicate to local management and staff in non‑technical terms.

• Adherence to Kimberly‑Clark standards and procedures.

• Be able to work outside of business hours when required.

• Be On‑Call outside of business hours to support critical incident.

• Occasional traveling may be required for training or project purposes (5%).

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

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in‑person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

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.

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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