Packer 2 (1st Shift

Position: Packer 2 (1st Shift)
Location: Westlake

Packer 2

 1st Shift (5:00am-1:30am)

 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

 The Packer is responsible for safely packaging, labeling, inspecting, and preparing pool chemical products for shipment while maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. This position operates in a chemical manufacturing environment and requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), hazardous material handling procedures, and company safety policies.

 What You’ll Do

 - Execute the packaging of pool chemical products into approved containers, including pails, buckets, bags, cartons, and other designated materials, ensuring compliance with established standards
 - Perform thorough inspections of products and packaging components to verify quality, accuracy, and the absence of defects throughout all phases of the packaging process
 - Apply labels, lot codes, date codes, and all required regulatory markings in strict accordance with product specifications and compliance requirements
 - Confirm the correct product, packaging materials, and quantities are utilized for each production run to maintain accuracy and operational integrity
 - Safely operate and monitor packaging equipment, including conveyors, palletizers, shrink-wrap machines, and labeling systems, in accordance with training and operational procedures
 - Fully perform all job duties across the entire production line from beginning to end with minimal supervision
 - Monitor packaging lines for proper operation and report equipment malfunctions to supervisors or maintenance personnel
 - Stack, wrap, and prepare finished goods for warehouse storage or shipment
 - Complete production, quality, and inventory documentation accurately and in a timely manner
 - Perform line clearances and housekeeping activities to maintain a clean and organized work area
 - Follow all safety procedures regarding hazardous chemicals, personal protective equipment (PPE), lockout/tagout, and emergency response
 - Participate in inventory counts and material reconciliation activities as assigned.
 - Assist with changeovers, setup, and cleaning of packaging equipment
 - Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency
 - Performs other duties and assignments as directed by supervisor
 - Assist other Operators as needed

What You’ll Bring

 - High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent required
 - Previous experience in manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or production environments preferred

- Experience with in a chemical manufacturing setting considered an asset
 - Ability to wear respiratory protective equipment for extended periods of time, while operating a forklift.
 - Ability to speak and comprehend verbal instruction with a respirator in order to effectively communicate with coworkers as well as monitoring equipment.
 - Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and respond to call-outs as required to support continuous manufacturing operations.
 - Must be able to wear SCBA gear during emergency situations.
 - Requires good communications skills and the ability to function in a team environment.
 - The ability to follow oral or written instructions, set procedures, work rules and standards.
 - Must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including a physical examination, functional capacity assessment, and drug screening

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