Material Handling Operator

Kimberly-Clark • Paris, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimberly-Clark is hiring a Material Handling Operator to support manufacturing of its consumer and professional products, including premium Baby Care products at its Paris, Texas location. The role operates industrial equipment and supports the production, packaging, and distribution of products through preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance work. Operators receive training and cross-training to build technical proficiency and knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and effective manufacturing practices. The position emphasizes safety, mutual respect, human dignity, and respectful, collaborative teamwork.

This is a full-time employee role with 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The starting hourly wage is $19.45, with overtime pay and potential pay increases during the first year. Kimberly-Clark does not provide relocation support, and applicants must already be authorized to work in the country. The position is onsite in Paris, Texas.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
• Have a state- and/or U.S. Department of Education-accredited high school diploma, GED, or Grade 12 certificate.
• Have at least 1 year of continuous work experience.
• Have basic computer knowledge, mechanical aptitude, and good math skills.
• Be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Pass a pre-employment assessment and pre-employment drug and background screening.
• Pass a post-offer/pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Understand and follow safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

• One year of manufacturing or industrial experience, or equivalent.
• Military education or training.
• Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of industrial equipment.
• Complete training programs to gain technical proficiency and receive cross-training in other areas as needed.
• Develop knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and techniques for improving manufacturing effectiveness.
• Maintain work areas and equipment, keeping them clean of debris and products in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Stack or unload finished items or raw materials.
• Monitor indicators to ensure equipment is working properly.
• Maintain equipment associated with production, packaging, and distribution through preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance work.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally while building and sustaining positive, collaborative relationships.
• Model safe behaviors and actively participate in safety improvement activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions.
• Access to an onsite fitness center and occupational health nurse.
• Allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
• Flexible savings and spending accounts.
• Income protection insurance options.
• Programs and support for continuing education, adoption, relocation, and temporary childcare.
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan.
• Overtime pay and available pay increases within the first year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED