Production Operator

Kimberly-Clark; Town of Cold Spring (WI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time and ½ pay on Sundays

Double Time on Holidays

Access to fitness center

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark in Neenah, WI is seeking a Production Operator to safely operate high-speed manufacturing equipment and support shift operations. The role emphasizes safety, quality checks, and lean problem solving in a fast-paced plant environment.

You’ll work 12-hour rotating shifts, 6 am–6 pm or 6 pm–6 am, with overtime potential and a starting wage of $28.12 per hour. Training and benefits are provided, and stability is offered in a global consumer goods company.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of verifiable continuous work experience.
• Able to work rotating 12-hour shifts (days/nights).
• Experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Basic computer skills, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and wear PPE as required.

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, trouble shooting, shutdown, grade changes and other events.
• Use lean principles to identify and solve problems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ProductionOperator

Neenah, WI

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional®.

At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.

You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: this is your opportunity to operate a machine that produces top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population. Get 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.

It starts with You.

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.

In this role, you will:

• Safelyoperatehigh speed technologically advanced manufacturing equipment.
• Master all manufacturing process elements including troubleshooting, basicrepairand quality checks.
• Participateinmachine start-up, trouble shooting, shutdown, gradechangesand other events.
• Use lean principles toidentifyand solve problems.

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 verifiable continuous work experience.
• Able to work rotating shifts (days and nights) 6 am – 6 pm; 6 pm – 6 am ($.75/hournight shift differentialfor hours worked between 6 pm – 6 am)
• Experience in manufacturing/industrialworkplace or equivalent military education/ training is preferred.
• Basic computerskills, mechanicalaptitudeand good math skills.
• Abilitytomaintaina work schedule of 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends,holidaysand overtime.
• Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs.,ascendand descend stairs, perform bending, twisting, stooping and crouching motions. Usestrong gripping hand functions. In addition, all employeesare required.towearrequiredPPE including ear,eyeand toe protection.

Schedule

• 12-hour rotating shifts (days/nights) on 2-2-3 cadence.
• 6 am – 6 pm; 6 pm – 6 am ($.75/hournight shift differentialfor hours worked between 6 pm – 6 am)
• One 48-hour week and one 36-hour week each pay period.
• No partner responsibility = guaranteed shifts/hours.
• Overtime available based upon business needs.

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

Some additional benefits of working at our Neenah Cold Spring plant are:

• Time and ½ pay on Sundays, Double Time on Holidays
• Access to fitness center

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 encompassesthe 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 local policies.

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: $28.12 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 rate 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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