Machine Operator - 1st Shift

KIK Consumer Products•Mars, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, pay close attention to detail, and complete repetitive tasks accurately.
Reliable attendance, positive attitude, and strong teamwork and communication skills.
Willingness to work overtime, weekends, or adjusted schedules as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

1+ year of manufacturing experience preferred; willingness to learn machine operation in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

Operate fillers and associated packaging equipment (case packers, cappers, sealers, palletizers, labelers) to safely produce quality product at targeted line speeds.
Control machine functions including starting/stopping, speed adjustments, and coordination of variable speed controls to maintain steady flow through the line.
Maintain vigilance for jams, spills, or other upsets in the filling and packing operation and react quickly using approved procedures to minimize downtime and product loss.
Perform routine checks for correct codes, labels, fills, torque, packaging integrity, and overall appearance; escalate non conformances to quality or supervision.
Complete required time, production, and downtime records accurately and on time.
Communicate clearly with downline associates, supervisors, managers, and maintenance to report performance issues, safety concerns, and maintenance needs, including managing alerts for equipment problems.
Monitor the work area and equipment for unsafe conditions and apply proper techniques or notify appropriate personnel to correct them; follow and support all safety and GMP programs.