Packer - 2nd Shift

KIK Consumer Products•Houston, TX

3d•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. Join our team as a Packer on 2nd Shift (2:00 pm – 10:00 pm Monday – Friday with some Saturdays per business need. As a Filling Department Packer, you are a critical part of our production operation. You will work on the filling line to ensure that finished products are accurately filled, inspected, packed, and palletized to meet KIK’s quality and safety standards. Your attention to detail and commitment to following standard operating procedures directly impacts product quality, line efficiency, and on-time delivery to our customers. This position has an hourly rate of $17.51.

Requirements

1 or more years of experience in a manufacturing, packaging or production environment (required)
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and meet productivity standards.
Strong attention to detail to ensure product quality and accuracy.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Reliable attendance and ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime when required
Ability to stand for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours per shift).
Ability to perform repetitive motions, including grasping, reaching, bending, and lifting.
Ability to lift up to 35-40 pounds regularly.
Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and conveyor systems.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
Understanding of Key Performance Indicators (preferred)
Mechanical skills and previous forklift operator knowledge are nice to have.
Manual labor experience in non temperature controlled environment (preferred)

Responsibilities

Operate filling and packaging equipment to ensure product is filled accurately and within specified weight, volume, and quality tolerances.
Inspect filled containers for proper seal, label placement, fill level, and cap integrity; remove and report any non-conforming product.
Pack finished goods into cases or secondary packaging per established pack-out specifications and counts.
Build, stack, and wrap pallets to facility standards; ensure pallets are stable, correctly labeled, and staged for warehouse transfer.
Perform line changeovers and product transitions, including equipment adjustments, label changes, and line clearance procedures.
Execute hourly line checks, weight verifications, and quality inspections; accurately complete all required production documentation and logs.
Monitor and maintain supply of packaging materials at the line including containers, caps, labels, cases, and stretch wrap; communicate shortages to the line lead.
Keep the work area clean and organized; follow 5S standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times.
Adhere to all safety policies including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE requirements, and chemical handling procedures.
Communicate line issues, quality concerns, equipment malfunctions, or safety hazards to the shift supervisor or line lead promptly.
Support team members across the filling department as directed; demonstrate flexibility to rotate between line positions as production needs require.