Production Operator
Listed on 2026-07-07
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
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.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
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