Mechanical Technician
Kimberly-ClarkJob Description
You might have heard of us. You might not. But you definitely know our trusted brands, Kleenex® and Viva®. We’re proud of our size, scale, and impact. But when you join us, you’ll find there’s much more to who we are. Because a role with us is about the care you take, the connections you make and the opportunity to build a better world.
Kimberly-Clark's Millicent Mill is a world class manufacturing facility where we make our leading brands and have done so for 65 years! In our first year of operations, we produced approximately 4,000 tonnes of toilet paper and tissue. Today, we produce approximately 85,000 tonnes per year.
We have a dedicated and experienced workforce, with many team members having tenures of 20-30 years. As our valued employees transition to new life stages, we regularly seek fresh talent to join our business and contribute to our ongoing success.
About the Opportunity
The Mechanical Technician (M-Tech role) is predominately an operational role, with time split between operating a production asset, and when required, responsible for carrying out mechanical work on shift.
You would be required to follow the escalation procedure in seeking assistance from the mechanical reliability team leaders & engineering group as required.
In this role, you will be installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical components of machines and assets in our mill facility, in accordance with our reliability strategy and site safety standards. This role is part of Kimberly-Clark’s commitment to pioneering and upholding World Class Best Maintenance practices at a global level and applying those standards to safely produce premium Kleenex products right here in Millicent SA.
About Us
Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. 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 151 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
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fuelled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results.
Requirements:
As a person, you’re a flexible thinker, a motivated fixer – someone who is always taking initiative to solve problems, make things better and respectfully engage others along the journey with you. As an M-Tech, you are able to demonstrate your previous mechanical experience, you work best under pressure and you deliver high value to your team by owning issues through resolution, being flexible (in both mindset and practice) and working collaboratively with them toward team goals.
Along with your commitment to delivering high quality products you will:
Hold a current Australian recognised Trade Qualification in Fitting and Turning
Be able to demonstrate your mechanical experience in an ever-changing technical environment including networks and site infrastructure
Follow and adhere to relevant processes and procedures
Stay self-motivated with a strong focus on safety, thoroughness, and team cohesion
Show a willingness to learn, be open minded and driven to achieve
Hold a current High Risk Forklift License (LF) or willingness to obtain prior to employment
Help K-C cultivate ideas and refine our understanding of our valued consumers
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.
You can expect:
Starting salary $115,000, with further opportunities to increase this package upwards of $130,000 upon completion of your initial operator training
Family Friendly Roster - Rotating Days / Afternoons / Night - 8 Hours Shifts + 10 days off + 5 weeks Annual Leave
To work and learn in a world class facility with leading technology
A well-developed training process that includes access to on-site trainers and on-the-job training with experienced Technicians
To create authentic connections with your team members and supervisors who have a passion to deliver high quality products with a focus on safety
Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Social Club (inc. discount fuel card and one of the biggest family Christmas shows in SA), on site canteen + free gym, and discounted Kimberly-Clark products
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, colour, 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, and background check.
This role is available for local candidates already authorised to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.