Electrical Technician
Your Job
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 your role, you'll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world.
It starts with YOU.
Implementing and improving maintenance practices in a facility that creates top-notch products for nearly of the world's population is challenging work, but it's worth it when you're recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see those essential products being used by your own loved ones each day.
The Electrical Technician (E-Tech role) is predominately an operational role, with time split between operating a production asset, and when required, responsible for carrying out electrical work on shift. They are required to follow the escalation procedure in seeking assistance from the electrical reliability team leaders & engineering group as required.
In this role, you will be installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical 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
Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. 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 fueled 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. When you join our team, you'll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
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 E-Tech, you are able to demonstrate your previous Electrical 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 Class A Electrical License
Be able to demonstrate your Electrical experience in an ever-changing technical environment including networks and site infrastructure
Follow and adhere to relevant processes and procedures
Be self-motivated with a strong focus on safety, thoroughness, and team cohesion
Have 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 .
You can expect:
A very competitive remuneration package with opportunities for up-skilling and career development - $120,000+
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
Flexible Working Arrangement options
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 free 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
Paid Parental Leave inc. Dad and Partner Leave
To Be Considered
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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.
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, background check, and DMV check.