Operating Partner

Kimberly-Clark • Ogden, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operating Partner maintains equipment associated with the production, packaging, and distribution of Kimberly-Clark products through preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance work. The role supports the company’s investment in new jobs and expanded capabilities to produce premium products at its Ogden, Utah location.

The position focuses on safe manufacturing operations and high-quality production. It includes operating and adjusting machinery, identifying equipment faults and runtime variations, completing quality tests and required documentation, and contributing to a self-directed work team and continuous improvement.

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 basic computer knowledge 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).
• Demonstrate prior experience focused on working safely and recognizing hazards.
• Have the ability, drive, and desire to work in a team environment.
• Have a minimum of 1 year of manufacturing or comparable work experience, such as warehouse or construction work.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to use plant computer systems such as SAP, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and PIMS.
• Electrical or mechanical aptitude, such as troubleshooting, disassembling equipment, replacing parts, or performing general machine repair.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and consistently identify and correct unsafe acts and conditions; at times operate heavy equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to become proficient in operating machinery and making adjustments needed to achieve and control high-quality material standards.
• Participate actively in a self-directed work team, including providing meaningful feedback to support team participation and engagement.
• Document, account for, and complete daily performance metrics in verbal and written formats.
• Support adherence to standards through daily accountability and continuous improvement.
• Identify machine faults and variations in runtime stability.
• Ensure quality tests are completed correctly and in a timely manner, and maintain required documents.
• Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance work on production, packaging, and distribution equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions.
• Access to an on-site 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, or 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