Process Operator

Kimberly-Clark USA; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark USA in LaGrange, GA, is seeking a Process Operator to run high-speed manufacturing equipment and support maintenance tasks essential for producing premium products.

You will join a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement, operating in a 12-hour rotating shift pattern that includes nights and weekends. Training and development opportunities are available to advance in maintenance and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or GED required (or equivalent).
• 1+ year of continuous work experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Able to pass pre-employment assessments and drug/background screening.
• Able to pass Physical Abilities Test (PAT) after offer.
• Safety mindset with focus on hazard recognition and safe work practices.
• Willingness to learn and use mill computer systems (SAP, PIMS, MS Office).
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude for troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-speed, technically advanced manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with team members to perform duties safely and efficiently.
• Identify and address machine faults and runtime variations.
• Document daily performance metrics and maintain records.
• Ensure quality tests are performed correctly and timely.
• Support total productive maintenance including equipment reliability and lubrication tasks.
• Participate in ongoing skills development and special assignments as available.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer knowledge

Math skills

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Production MRP System

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

PIMS

Job description

Process Operator

Job Description

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kotex®, Poise® and Depend®. At Kimberly-Clark, it's all here for you-innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

About You

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.

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 LaGrange. It starts with YOU.

In this role, you will:

• Be running technologically advanced, high-speed manufacturing equipment and collaborating with new or junior team members to do their best work safely.
• Be safe. Safety is our top priority. We require all Operators / Technicians to work 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.
• Utilize 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.
• Actively participate in a self-directed work team system which includes at times providing meaningful feedback to build participation and engagement with team members.
• Document, account for and complete daily performance metrics in both verbal and written formats.
• Identify machine faults and variations in runtime stability.
• Ensure that quality tests are done correctly and in a timely manner, and documents are maintained as required
• Accountable for total productive maintenance support including equipment reliability, planned downs, and lubrication tasks
• Accountable for continued individual development of skills including opportunities for special assignments, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks, and advanced technical tasks

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
• 1+ years of continuous work experience.
• Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude 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)
• Have a Safety Mindset: Demonstrated prior experience with a focus on working safely and hazard recognition
• Ability to learn and regularly utilize mill computer systems such as: Production MRP System (SAP), Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, PIMS, etc.
• Mechanical aptitude troubleshooting, disassembling equipment, parts replacement, general machine repair. Electrical aptitude is preferred but not required

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

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

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, 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 po