You might have heard of us. You might not. But you definitely know our trusted brands, like 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 (KC) 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
Operating a machine that produces high-end products for 1⁄4 of the world's population is a hard job, but it's worth it when you're recognised 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.
We are a 24-hour operation with rotating day, afternoon, and night shifts (8-hour shifts). We are seeking applications for Production Technician roles across our operations.
Responsibilities
* Be trained to operate machinery safely and efficiently across our manufacturing operation.
* Be responsible for the quality, productivity, and safety of our production assets in our World Class Manufacturing facility in either manufacturing or within our on‐site Distribution Center.
* Ensure all safe work systems, procedures (SOPs) and standards are adhered to.
* Monitor quality against K-C standards and identify, diagnose, and troubleshoot faults.
In this role, you will be running technologically advanced, high‐speed manufacturing equipment and collaborating with new and experienced team members to do your best work safely. This role is part of Kimberly-Clark's substantial investment in expanding its capabilities to produce premium products such as Viva and Kleenex that are essential to millions of lives around the world, produced right here in Millicent, SA.
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.
Requirements
* 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 be willing to obtain it prior to employment.
* Help K-C cultivate ideas and refine our understanding of our valued consumers.
Total Benefits
You can expect:
* A very competitive remuneration package with opportunities for up‐skilling and career development. Remuneration starts at $86,000 per annum.
* Family Friendly Roster – rotating days/afternoons/night 8‐hour shifts + 10 days off + 5 weeks annual leave.
* Authentic connections with your team members and supervisors who have a passion to deliver high quality products with a focus on safety.
* 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.
* Financial benefits including discounted products, partnerships with companies such as Flare Rewards, saving you on everyday purchases, and even a discount on your health insurance with BUPA and a free membership to our on‐site gym.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Social Club (incl. discount fuel card and one of the biggest family Christmas shows in SA), on‐site canteen.
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.
Employment is subject to verification of pre‐screening tests, which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV 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.
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