Kimberly-Clark’s world-class brands
Owensboro company invests in safety, sustainability and community
PRODUCTS THAT line store shelves across North America start on the production floor of a facility that has been part of the Owensboro community for more than three decades.
Since opening in 1993, Kimberly-Clark’s Owensboro plant has produced well-known brands like Kleenex facial tissues and Scott paper towels and bath tissue—items that millions rely on every day. The more than 600,000-square-foot facility plays a role in a global operation that touches nearly a quarter of the world’s population daily, while maintaining deep local ties in Daviess County.
The company continues to invest in its Owensboro operations. A new 120,000-square-foot on-site raw materials warehouse replaces a leased facility miles away, reducing hundreds of monthly truck trips and improving production flow. The project supports the company’s broader sustainability goals by cutting transportation costs, reducing emissions and streamlining operations.
Inside the facility, safety and quality remain central to the company’s approach.
“Safety is non-negotiable,” says Owensboro Facility Manager Mark Sisson. “And when employees are safe, they also can focus better on delivering exceptional quality.”
That focus extends throughout the plant—from raw materials to finished products—where teams conduct detailed quality testing for items designed for everyday use.
With approximately 360 employees, the Owensboro facility is a significant local employer and a source of long-term career opportunities. Many employees begin in entry-level roles and advance through training programs, mentorship and technical development. The company also partners with local schools and workforce programs to help prepare the next generation of manufacturing talent.
Sustainability efforts are woven throughout the operation. The plant uses recycled fiber in many of its products and relies in part on an on-site combined heat and power system that helps meet electricity and steam needs while reducing environmental impact.
“We’re proud of the work we do here in Owensboro,” Sisson says. “Our mission is to provide high-quality products while prioritizing safety, sustainability and the well-being of our employees and neighbors.”
