Machine Operator

Who We Are

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. We are a multi-billion-dollar company with the purpose of breaking barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, care givers, and customers across the globe. We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide.

Working at Essity is more than a career, it is where you will play your part in a better future, to improve well-being of people and have opportunities to drive positive change for society and the environment. As an employee at Essity, you will belong to a team where you feel valued, are safe, supported to grow and challenged to generate business results in a friendly and open atmosphere.

About the Role Essity is looking for an experienced (continue job overview paragraph)

The ideal candidate should/could live in Harrodsburg area.

We’re looking for people who embody our Beliefs & Behaviors and bring curiosity, innovation, and a willingness to challenge the status quo. If you want to learn and grow in a collaborative environment where your skills are challenged, but you’re always supported, we would love to connect.

What You Will Do

• Work within Essity safety standards with an emphasis on keeping coworkers and yourself safe in everything you do by following all safety rules and guidelines as established by company policy and various safety training programs. Understand and communicate all hazards and safety issues to appropriate personnel. Must properly use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Ensure that assigned machine is kept running and is producing quality products.

• Recognize defect and quality issues and secure the required quality level of the final products by regularly checking the product produced and making necessary adjustments to correct problems.

• Lead changeovers and other technical activities as needed.

• Order, prepare and install raw materials on the machine according to Standard Operating Procedures.

• Maintain an adequate communication flow with previous shift and post shift workers regarding performance of machine.

• Maintain optimal housekeeping in the assigned work area during shift and shift transitions by using the appropriate equipment to clean off machine and dispose of debris in hoppers.

• Complete all required documentation and data files needed for tracking purposes.

• Utilize Levels Program to increase technical skills and knowledge as part of the normal job progression

Who You Are

• Must have HS Diploma or GED

• Must be 18 years old or older.

• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test

• Previous manufacturing experience - preferred

• 12 hour rotating shift schedule, alternating between day shift and night shift at 2-week intervals. Ability to work a rotating or "swing shift" schedule is mandatory.

• Operators are responsible for continuously monitoring and maintaining quality based on established standards by visual and mechanical inspection of product, as well as working in a safe manner at all times.

• This role requires frequent walking or standing, the ability to occasional bending or kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs., and pushing/pulling.

• Must be able to safely move materials utilizing proper equipment which may include a forklift, crane, or hoist.

• Must be familiar with various hand tools and be able to read a tape measure down to the sixteenth of an inch.

• Must have basic computer skills

• Must possess a high degree of attention to detail and be able to work in a fast paced, high-quality manufacturing environment. Must be ready to work in a challenging environment, may be subjected to swings in temperature as manufacturing areas are not air conditioned.

What We Can Offer You At Essity, we believe every career is as unique as the individual and empower employees to reach their full potential in a winning culture motivated by a powerful purpose.

Compensation and Benefits: $21.32/hourly rate + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors such as knowledge, skills, and experience.

Along with competitive pay you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance

• Wellness program provided through Rally

• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• 401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution

• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

• PTO offering with Paid Holidays

• Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.

Additional Information The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process please contact EssityHRNorthAmerica@essity.com Together, we are improving lives, every day Working at Essity is not just a career; it is a chance to directly make the world a healthier, more hygienic and safer place. With impactful innovations coupled with sustainable solutions, we strive to reach more people every year with the necessary and essential solutions for well-being.

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Essity264465 Location: Harrodsburg, KY Time type: Full time Start date: 2026-08-03 Posted on: Posted Today