Production Operator

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Neenah (WI); On-site; USD 31,958 - 45,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to a fitness center

401(k) and Profit-Sharing plan

Time and a half pay on Sundays

Double time on holidays

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Corporation is seeking a Production Operator for their Cold Spring Facility in Neenah, WI. The role involves operating high-speed manufacturing equipment to produce products for well-known brands such as Huggies, Kleenex, and Scott. Candidates should have mechanical aptitude and the ability to maintain a 12-hour rotating schedule, including nights and weekends.

This position offers a starting hourly wage of $28.12 USD, alongside a complete benefits package including a 401(k) and profit-sharing plan.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• Minimum of one year of verifiable continuous work experience.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb stairs, bend, twist, stoop, crouch.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Master manufacturing process elements including troubleshooting.
• Apply lean principles to identify and solve problems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

Production Operator – Neenah, WI (Cold Spring Facility)

The Production Operator works with high‑speed manufacturing equipment to produce products for the Kimberly‑Clark brands (Huggies, Kleenex, Cottonelle, Scott, Kotex, Poise, Depend, Kimberly‑Clark Professional).

Responsibilities

• Safely operate high‑speed, technologically advanced manufacturing equipment.


• Master all manufacturing process elements, including troubleshooting, basic repair and quality checks.


• Participate in machine start‑up, shutdown, grade changes and other scheduled events.


• Apply lean principles to identify and solve problems.

Shift & Work Schedule

12‑hour rotating shifts on a 2-2-3 cadence:

• Day shift: 6 am - 6 pm (includes a $0.75/hour night shift differential for hours worked between 6 pm and 6 am).


• Night shift: 6 pm - 6 am (includes the same differential).


• One 48‑hour week and one 36‑hour week each pay period.


• Shifts include nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.


• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.


• One (1) year of verifiable continuous work experience.


• Minimum mechanical aptitude, basic math skills, and basic computer skills.


• Ability to lift 50 lbs., climb stairs, bend, twist, stoop, crouch, and maintain strong gripping hand functions.


• Ready to wear required PPE, including ear, eye, and toe protection.


• Ability to maintain a 12‑hour rotating schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Benefits & Compensation

• Starting hourly wage: $28.12 USD, subject to overtime and pay increases within the first year.


• Complete benefits package, including 401(k) and Profit‑Sharing plan.


• Time and half pay on Sundays, double time on holidays.


• Access to a fitness center.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are a committed equal‑opportunity employer; 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 describe the general nature of this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies and pre‑screening tests, including drug screening, background check, and DMV check. Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are encouraged to apply.