Production Operator

Location: Corinth, MS. Employment type: Full-time.

About the role

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 Corinth, Mississippi.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and demonstrate proficiency in operating base machinery, following a structured capability plan to meet performance and safety standards.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record, demonstrating reliability and a strong commitment to team success.
• Promote a safe work environment by following all safety rules, demonstrating safety leadership, and holding team members accountable through the Three Safety Obligations.
• Ensure product quality by applying knowledge of quality systems and by identifying and communicating any quality concerns.
• Maximize operational efficiency by understanding key cost drivers (e.g., uptime, yield, machine hour cost) and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support team performance by being present and available in assigned areas, collaborating effectively with team members, and sharing process knowledge.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability by performing a variety of job functions and responding to changing operational needs.
• Engage in continuous learning by pursuing self-development opportunities and acquiring knowledge in statistical and mathematical calculations relevant to the role.
• Apply lean manufacturing tools and actively participate in zone controls and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.

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.
• 3+ years of continuous work experience or equivalent Military training/education.
• Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Can work in job areas that may experience extremes of temperatures.
• Are able to learn to drive industrial tractors/forklift/paddle/clamps.
• 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).

Benefits

• 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.

Pay

Starting Hourly Wage: $23.82 USD. 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.

Schedule

12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.