Operating Partner

Kimberly-Clark; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

On-site fitness center

Education assistance

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Ogden, UT is seeking an Operating Partner focused on safety and production performance. You’ll join a fast-paced team, operate heavy equipment, and contribute to high-quality materials used worldwide.

Ideal candidates are 18+, have a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and at least 1 year in manufacturing, with willingness to work 12-hour shifts, nights, weekends, and overtime. Training and strong benefits support career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills and good math abilities.
• Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and overtime.
• Pass pre-employment assessments and drug/background checks.
• Safety-minded with experience in hazard recognition.
• Ability to operate plant computer systems (SAP, MES) and MS Office a plus.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing or related experience.
• Electrical/Mechanical aptitude preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and identify unsafe acts and conditions.
• Adjust machines to achieve high quality material standards.
• Participate in self-directed work teams and provide constructive feedback.
• Document daily performance metrics in verbal and written formats.
• Support adherence to standards and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify machine faults and variations in runtime stability.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Problem solving

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MES

MS Office

PIMS

Job description

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.

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.

Our Kimberly-Clark Ogden, UT Facility is looking for a safety focused, impact driven Operating Partner who is eager to join our fast-paced, high performing Operating Team. Kimberly-Clark Ogden takes pride in being Industry Leaders with highly skilled and engaged team members who are empowered to make high impact Team decisions. Through collaboration and teaming, our operating partners regularly apply critical thinking and troubleshooting skills to be industry leaders in Safety, Quality and Production performance targets.

The role of our Operating Partner includes the following:

• Working in a safe manner to consistently identify and correct unsafe acts and conditions. At times, this will include operating heavy equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes
• The utilization of problem solving and decision-making skills to establish proficiency in operating and making machine adjustments which are required to achieve and control high quality material standards.
• Active participation in a self-directed work team system which includes at times providing meaningful feedback to build participation and engagement with team members
• The ability to document, account for and complete daily performance metrics in both verbal and written formats.
• Valuing and supporting a rigorous adherence to standards through daily accountability and continuous improvement
• Identifying machine faults and variations in runtime stability.
• Ensuring that quality tests are done correctly and in a timely manner, and documents are maintained as required.

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.

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:

• Are 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Have a state and/or US Department of Education accredited high school diploma, GED Grade 12 certificate.
• Have basic computer knowledge and good math skills.
• Are able to maintain a work schedule of 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Can pass a pre-employment assessment and a pre-employment drug + background screening.
• Can pass post-offer / pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Safety Mindset: Demonstrated prior experience with a focus on working safely and hazard recognition.
• Ability to utilize plant computer systems such as: Production MRP System (SAP), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, PIMS, etc. is a plus
• You must have the ability, drive and desire to work in a team environment
• Must have minimum of 1 year of manufacturing or comparable work experience
• Electrical/Mechanical aptitude such as troubleshooting, disassembling equipment, parts replacement, general machine repair is preferred but not required.

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.

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.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts

to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

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.

To Be Considered

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.

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

Starting Hourly Wage: $28.40 USD

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. You’ll also enjoy a full benefits package, including our 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plan. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US 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.

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