Machine Operator 1st Shift

Job description

**Machine Operator 1** **st** **Shift, Mars**

**We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools**

When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other.

We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools.

We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics.

As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life.

**Your Role at KIK**

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where you can grow and thrive in the world of manufacturing?

We are looking for a dedicated and driven Machine Operator to become part of our friendly, motivated crew! You’ll be surrounded by positive leadership and supportive coworkers who are excited to help you succeed, with ample opportunities for advancement into lead positions.

In this role, you’ll have the unique responsibility of ensuring product quality and safety, with the freedom to start and stop production as needed to insure quality and safety.

You’ll also gain hands-on experience with various equipment and duties, enhancing your skillset in a safe and empowering work environment.

With a competitive **pay rate of $20 per hour plus a quarterly incentive bonus** , this position offers the chance to develop your career while **working Monday through Thursday from 7 AM to 5PM, with Fridays off.

Some overtime can be offered on Fridays during our busy season.**

**Spring/Summer busy seasons.** If you have at least 6 months of manufacturing experience and are ready to be part of a team that values your growth, we want to hear from you!

**What You’ll Be Doing**

+ Monitor bottle indexing on conveyor systems through the filling process
+ Monitor and document all Quality-related items (Hourly updates on production boards, Component verification to ensure correct product is produced, Bottle and label visual inspection for accurate packaging of product, verifying date code labeling correctness, Product verification, Weight checks on filled bottles)
+ Strong communication skills regarding machine problems and quality requirements
+ Ability to start and stop equipment and identify basic mechanical issues & adjust machine setups (Fillers, cappers, labelers, case packers, case erectors, palletizers)
+ Follow all safety requirements including using appropriate Personal Protective Equipment – PPE (safety glasses, required footwear, hearing protection, hand protection, correct lifting methods, etc.)
+ Support all changeover requirements of commodity products (changing caps, line clearance, assisting mechanics with changeovers)
+ Make tank switches and understand & execute the valve change process

**What You’ll Bring**

+ Minimum of high school degree or equivalent
+ Minimum of 6 months’ manufacturing experience
+ Able to work scheduled overtime or shift changes when required
+ Basic math skill set
+ Able to lift 40 pounds periodically throughout the manufacturing shift and meet physical requirements of position including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, reaching with both hands/arms, ability to visually inspect product
+ Mechanically inclined to perform minor machine corrections within job responsibilities

**What You Will Get**

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match.

KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

**About KIK**

We create products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars.

We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities.

We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, and Australia.

We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals.

We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand (“private label”) bleach and a leading private-label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general-purpose cleaning, and other home care products.

Our global team of over 2,300 employees drives our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.

Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.

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