Converting Machine Operator

Kimberly-Clark; Huntsville; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great support for good health

Diverse income protection insurance

Additional education and relocation/育

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Huntsville in Ontario is seeking a Converting Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will maintain equipment, follow GMP and safety standards, and read production schedules. The role requires rotation through 12-hour day/night shifts and a proactive, safety-first mindset.

The starting hourly wage is CAD 24.66, with comprehensive benefits and a strong emphasis on safety, training, and teamwork. This position is based in Huntsville, Ontario, Canada.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 3+ years of industrial manufacturing experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good communication skills, written and oral.
• Able to operate forklift and other mobile equipment.
• Safety-minded with adherence to PPE requirements.
• Willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all regulatory training.
• Perform tasks safely and efficiently (handle cartons, recycle materials, balers).
• Adhere to GMP and housekeeping standards.
• Comply with attendance and break management in UKG timekeeping system.
• Use digital tools (POKA, Shiftboard/Schedule Pro, SAP) and read process orders.
• Complete pre-operational checks and report concerns.
• Perform shift-change rounds and communicate to next shift.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Safety mindset

Industrial manufacturing experience

Forklift operation

Shift work readiness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

POKA

Shiftboard

Schedule Pro

SAP

Forklift

Job description

Huntsville, ON

Operating a machine that produces top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is a hard job, 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.

Job Description

Converting Machine Operator

Huntsville, ON

Operating a machine that produces top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is a hard job, 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.

As a person, you’re a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality, always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success story.

In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

In This Role, You Will

• Maintain all regulatory training.
• Perform given tasks safely and efficiently (handle cartons, recycle unused/damaged materials, deal with plastic wrap and paper balers.)
• Adherence, Practice of Good Manufacturing Practices, Housekeeping.
• Responsible to comply with standards for attendance and break management (consistent & accurate punch in/out) in time keeping system-UKG.
• Daily ways of working with digital tools (POKA, Shiftboard/Schedule Pro, SAP) and systems.
• Read process orders and production schedules.
• Complete pre-operational checks on equipment (damage, unusual sounds), and report concerns and issues to the appropriate teams.
• Perform shift-change rounds and communicate important information to next shift operator.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workspace following housekeeping standards for the area.
• Participate in roll changes with the crew; replace empty paper rolls with full ones.
• Participate in weekly blowdowns (dust clearing) and monthly maintenance downs.
• Provide support to the Back stand Operator; identify and elevate defects, make adjustments to equipment as needed.
• Work together with the material handler to prepare and monitor consumption of finishing supplies (cartons, cases, etc.)
• Read and follow process orders and production schedules.
• Perform basic troubleshooting on case packer, maintain glue levels, assess case forming issues, enter data and watch for issues.
• Recycle unused or damaged materials such as cores, cases, and product.
• Operate equipment according to safety regulations and TPM standards, as well as understand and perform Lock-Out procedures.
• Perform other duties as designated by Supervisor.

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 more than 150 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.

Qualifications

In one of our manufacturing roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent and at least 3 years of Industrialized manufacturing experience.
• 1+ years of continuous work experience.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude.
• Possess strong organizational and time management skills.
• Have strong communications skills, written and oral.
• Competent Computer Skills to work with Digital Technology Platforms and Enterprise Management Systems
• Driver’s license must be in good standing.
• Fit to operate mobile equipment, forklift truck.
• Demonstrate a Safety mindset and behaviors.
• Must be comfortable in an industrial work environment (noise, dust, moving equipment, fluctuating temperatures etc.) May include prolonged periods of sitting (on forklift), along with bending, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs., heights and confined spaces. PPE Requirements will include safety shoes, hearing protection and other appropriate PPE as designated.
• Able to work rotational Shift Work; 12-hour shifts (3 days, 3 days off, 3 nights), weekdays, and weekends.

Safety

ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Demonstrates commitment to safety through decision making and by utilizing our 3 Safety Obligations - Take care of yourself, take care of others and let them take care of you.

Quality

• Actively contribute to KC quality goals by understanding our quality philosophy, making quality decisions, and escalating quality concerns and improvement ideas.

Productivity

• Actively contribute to productivity goals and improvements.
• Think Customer; I anticipate my customer’s needs. I will be open to and adopt ideas wherever possible to ensure I am meeting customer needs. I will network with employees across the mill and KC organization.

Our Ways Of Working

• Focus on Consumers - We keep the needs of customers and consumers at the center of our work.
• Play to Win - We aim high, measure our results and live our values because winning with integrity matters.
• Move Fast - We turn decisions into action, remove barriers and seek progress over perfection.
• Grow our People - We champion inclusion and encourage our people to ideate, innovate and contribute to their growth.

Flexibility

• Willing to work both day and night shifts and flex schedule/crew/department to support personal and business objectives.

Total Benefits

• Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

Primary Location

Huntsville, Ontario, Canada

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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 encompasses 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 background check.
Starting Hourly Wage: $24.66 CAD
At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. This position is eligible for the starting wage listed above, overtime pay and available pay increases within your first year.
Please note that the stated pay rate applies to Canada locations only.
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.