Reliability Technician- Mechanical

Reliability Technician - Primary Mechanical

Beech Island, SC

Your Job

Preventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced, high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is no easy feat, but it’s worth it when you’re 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 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 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 Beech Island, SC. It starts with YOU.

About Us

Huggies®. Kleenex®. Cottonelle®. Scott®. Kotex®. Poise®. Depend®. K-C Professional®. You already know our legendary brands—and so does the rest of the world. In fact, 25% of people in the world use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know that these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldn’t exist without skilled workers, like you. Here, you’ll use your skills to make some of the most helpful things for billions of people all around the world - all in a safe, stable, and caring environment. While our products support better lives for billions of people around the world, our company passionately supports the ability for over 45,000 employees to do their best work and enjoy life.

With manufacturing roles in 19 locations across the United States, there’s more than one way to create your future with our winning team. It’s all here for you at Kimberly-Clark; you just need to clock in!

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

As a person, you’re a balanced 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 a Reliability Technician, you have a strong technical track record, work best under pressure and deliver high value to your team by owning issues through resolution, exercising strong situational judgment and favoring a proactive vs. reactive approach to equipment maintenance. You also…

• Are 18 years or older and are authorized to work in the United States

• Have an Associates degree in Industrial Maintenance and 3 years’ experience in an Industrial environment as a Maintenance Technician OR high school diploma and 5 years’ experience in an industrial environment as a Maintenance Technician required OR equivalent Military education/training.

• Can read and write basic English

• Have basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office)

• Are able to work schedule of 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime

• Have good problem solving and decision-making skills

• Are able to handle multiple priorities

• Are a solid team player interested in helping others

• Are a motivated self-starter

Key Accountabilities:

• Assume Reliability ownership of all assigned Asset areas
• Provide technical support to all Teams (Operations, Engineering, Reliability, and other departments as needed)
• Perform other Reliability tasks as assigned

Technical Requirements

The Successful candidate will Possess technical skills in as many of the following areas as possible:

Millwright Abilities:

• Able to safely operate shop equipment such as a drill press, metal shear, and saws
• Vibration Analysis, Ultrasonic Testing, Laser Alignment, Mechanical Thermography
• Balancing Fans & Rolls
• Component fabrication and assembly
• Mechanical repairs and rebuild of all types
• Millwright abilities (rigging, installing, removing, and alignment of equipment)
• General metal and pipe welding (stick, tig, mig, soldering, and brazing)
• Metal cutting (torch and plasma cutter)
• General technical knowledge of electrical systems

Machinist Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to machine to close tolerances .0005 inch or better
• Use a variety of machinist's hand tools, precision hand tools and measuring instruments used for setting up and operating automatic and manual machine shop equipment
• Demonstrated knowledge of machine parts and applications for a wide variety of materials and sizes using blueprint drawings, CAD models, and pre-written programs and manual lathes, mills, and other equipment
• Works from complex drawing and instructions to facilitate the manufacturing of parts and assemblies

General & Mechanical Abilities:

• Understanding of manufacturing and processing systems.
• Familiar with hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and rotating equipment.
• Experience with unit operations and processing for solids and liquid operations along with support utility infrastructure.
• Experience with equipment rebuilds and refurbishments – various types of pumps, actuated valves, linear actuators, conveyors, hydraulic/pneumatic actuators, fans, material processing equipment.

Total Benefits

Our maintenance employees are some of our most important workers, our most loyal fans and our favorite people, so we take care of them really well. We’ve listed just a few of the many offerings that the incumbent of this role would enjoy, if hired.

Competitive Compensation with a starting wage of $38.44 per hour depending on experience (with premium rates on Sundays) and the opportunity to progress up to $41.87 in 18 months with successful skill demonstration.

Support for Great Health with options for medical, dental and vision coverage—and no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions, you can start work with peace of mind on Day 1. You’ll also have access to an on-site Fitness Center and on-site Occupational Health Nurse and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts that let you maximize health care options and stretch your dollars further when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse Income protection insurance options such as Life insurance, Short and Long-term Disability insurance to help protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury or other unexpected events.

Great support for amazing life choices. We know it takes time and resources to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare. That’s why Kimberly-Clark offers additional programs, reimbursements and stipends for the things that matter to your life, right now.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

If you want a full overview of the many Benefits offered to Kimberly-Clark employees, go to www.mykcbenefits.com.

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our fabulous recruiting team will review your application and then get in touch with if you seem like a good fit for this role. To prepare for the interview process, you can check out the Manufacturing Careers area on our 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, 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. This position may require a post-offer/pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT) to confirm that individuals are able to perform the essential functions of the job. 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. 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.

With an inclusive culture, our employees – and the original thinking they bring to Kimberly-Clark – make us stronger. EOE disability/vet.