Machine Operator - 1st Shift (Filling)

KIK Consumer Products•Mars, PA

44d•$21•Onsite

About The Position

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 ensure 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 $20.60 per hour. This position offers the chance to develop your career while working Tuesday through Friday from 7 AM to 5PM, with Mondays off. Some overtime can be offered on Mondays during our busy season.

Requirements

Minimum of high school degree or equivalent
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

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

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.

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