Operations Technician - Manufacturing and Fiber Processing

Operations Technician – Manufacturing & Fiber Processing

Operations Technician (Manufacturing and Fiber Processing) Mobile, ALJoin 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 will operate a machine that produces top‑notch products for a quarter of the world’s population. You’ll be 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.

• Support the delivery of department and Plant objectives for Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost and Culture by operating and maintaining equipment, processes, and operating areas to standard.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and multitask.
• Read and understand written instructions, rules, guidelines, and Standard Work Procedures.
• Demonstrate attention to detail in a fast‑paced and dynamic operating environment.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Align with and demonstrate Kimberly‑Clark “Ways of Working”:
  Focus on Customers, Play to Win, Move Fast, and Grow Our People.

• 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.
• High school diploma, GED, or 12th‑grade certificate from a state or U.S. Department of Education accredited institution.
• 4+ years of continuous work experience.
• 3+ years of direct relevant industrial/plant operating experience in an operator, mechanic, and/or technical support role.
• Basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and good math skills.
• Ability to maintain a work schedule of 12‑hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Ability to pass pre‑employment assessment, drug and background screening, and Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Motivated self‑starter with accountability, ownership, and a winning attitude.
• Good attendance, essential for work function.
• Capability to operate industrial vehicles, including forklifts.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs., ascend and descend stairs, perform bending, twisting, stooping, crouching, and strong gripping motions.
• All employees required to wear respiratory protection and PPE (ear, eye, toe) while completing essential job functions.

• College or trade school higher education.
• Leadership experience.
• Formal safety training.
• Basic understanding and execution of Continuous Improvement principles and tools.
• Lift truck (or other machinery) experience.
• Experience with converting, manufacturing machine operations, welder, burner, scaffolding, or maintenance.
• Pulp & Paper industry and/or mill experience.
• General mechanic and/or electrical & instrumentation experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting periods.
• On‑site fitness center and occupational health nurse.
• Flexible savings and spending accounts.
• Diverse income protection insurance options.
• Programs for education, adoption, relocation, and temporary childcare.
• 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan.
• Ongoing eligibility for overtime pay and pay increases within the first year.

Kimberly‑Clark is 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.