Packer 2 (1st Shift)

KIK Consumer Products•Westlake, LA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packer 2 - 1st Shift (5:00 am – 1:30 pm with weekends per business need) ensures packaging, labeling, inspecting, and preparing pool chemical products for shipment are done 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. This is a position of trust on the production line. This position has a base starting hourly rate of $23.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
No minimum years of experience required. We train.
Experience working to a written customer specification.
Personal integrity and sound judgement — this role verifies product quality on behalf of our customers.
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.
Must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including a functional capacity assessment and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Prior responsibility for inspecting, verifying, or signing off on work (Preferred).
Manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or production experience (Preferred).
Chemical manufacturing experience(Preferred).

Responsibilities

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 Dry B Operators as needed