Machine Operator - 2nd Shift (Filling)
About The Position
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 $18.00-$20.00 per hour, this position offers the chance to develop your career while working 1st shift: Monday - Thursday 4:00pm-2:30am. 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!
Requirements
- 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
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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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
