Packer 1 (1st Shift)

KIK Consumer Products•Westlake, LA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packer 1 supports daily operations by packaging finished products accurately and to specification at the end of the production line. The role is based in a chemical manufacturing environment and requires following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), hazardous-material handling procedures, and company safety policies. No prior manufacturing experience is required; training is provided. The first-shift schedule is 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some weekends as business needs require. The base starting rate is $22.00 per hour. Packers are trained up to Packer 2 within six months, a level with a base rate of $23.00 per hour. Shift differentials are also described for second and third shifts. KIK offers health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; retirement savings options with an employer match; and education assistance. The role requires the ability to meet physical demands, wear required PPE, and successfully pass pre-employment requirements, including a functional capacity assessment and drug screening.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
No minimum years of experience required; training is provided.
Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and respond to call-outs as required to support continuous manufacturing operations.
Ability to safely wear required personal protective equipment for extended periods.
Ability to perform basic math calculations and complete production records.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, established procedures, work rules, and company standards.
Strong attention to detail and quality.
Ability to work safely around chemicals and manufacturing equipment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including a functional capacity assessment and drug screening.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motions.
Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity levels, and manufacturing environments.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or production experience.
Chemical manufacturing experience.
Prior work in a role with a production target or throughput standard.

Responsibilities

Package pool chemical products into containers, pails, buckets, bags, cartons, and other approved packaging materials.
Inspect products and packaging components for quality, accuracy, and defects before and during packaging operations.
Apply labels, lot codes, date codes, and regulatory markings according to product specifications.
Verify that the correct product, packaging materials, and quantities are used for each production run.
Operate packaging equipment, conveyors, palletizers, shrink-wrap machines, labelers, and related equipment as trained.
Monitor packaging lines 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 promptly.
Perform line clearances and housekeeping activities to maintain a clean, organized work area.
Follow safety procedures for hazardous chemicals, PPE, lockout/tagout, and emergency response.
Participate in inventory counts and material reconciliation as assigned.
Assist with changeovers, setup, and cleaning of packaging equipment.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
Perform other duties and assignments as directed by the supervisor.
Assist other Dry B Operators as needed.