Production Operator - Converting

Essity AB; Barton (AL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Essity AB is hiring a Production Operator for its tissue manufacturing facility in Barton, AL. The ideal candidate will undertake various machinery operations and maintenance while working in a dynamic team environment. This role offers a competitive hourly wage of $22.65, along with comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and PTO.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Must pass written assessment and pre-placement physical.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends.
• Complex problem-solving skills and ability to analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Operate several types of machinery.
• Conduct basic maintenance on machinery.
• Work with basic computer systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Essity B 260.6 (+4.8 SEK) on 27-Jun-2025 17:29

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company with a purpose to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, care givers, and customers across the globe. We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Consumer

Goods, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide.

Working at Essity is more than a career, it is where you will play your part in a better future, to improve well-being for people and have opportunities to drive positive change for society and the environment . As an employee at Essity, you will belong to a team where you feel valued, are safe, supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a friendly and open atmosphere.

About the Role

Essity is looking for an experienced Production Operators at our tissue manufacturing facility.

The ideal candidate should/could live in Barton/Cherokee, AL.

We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. We're always looking for ways to improve our products and ourselves. If this is you, we'd love to talk.

What You Will Do

• Operate several types of machinery
• Work with basic computer systems
• Conduct basic maintenance on machinery

Who You Are

• High School or GED
• Must be able to work rotating shift schedule including weekends
• Ability to analyze data
• Mechanical aptitude
• Safety awareness
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Complex problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a team-based work setting
• Must have ability to pass written assessment, pre-placement physical, drug screen, and background check

What We Can Offer You

At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Compensation and Benefits :

Expected Compensationis $ 22.65 /hourly rate + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factor s such as knowledge, skills, and experience.

Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance
• Wellness program provided through Rally
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO offering with Paid Holidays

Additional Information

The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Together, we are improving lives, every day

Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.