Lead Machine Operator
KIK Consumer Products • Salem, VA1d • Onsite
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Lead Machine Operator
KIK Consumer Products•Salem, VA
•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.
- 5 or more years of experience in a high-speed, automated filling/packaging environment
- Advanced knowledge of production line equipment (fillers, labelers, drop packers, case erectors, palletizers, bottle unscramblers, case sealers) and strong understanding of production processes, quality control, machine operation, troubleshooting, and downtime tracking
- Proven ability to lead, train, and develop team members while driving productivity and maintaining a quality-focused, results-driven mindset
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to stay “one step ahead” in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong commitment to safety and the ability to recognize and correct unsafe conditions
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as a Lead/Line Operator with strong process and equipment knowledge preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee filling and packaging operations for assigned lines by directing manning, coordinating schedules, and ensuring all equipment is running safely and efficiently.
- Operate and monitor production equipment (fillers, labelers, drop packers, case erectors, palletizers, bottle unscramblers, case sealers), reacting quickly to jams, quality issues, or other disruptions.
- Maintain vigilance for any upsets in the filling operation, identify mechanical or process needs, and work with Maintenance to address equipment issues.
- Train, guide, and motivate operators; provide on-the-job coaching on machine operation, basic troubleshooting, quality checks, and safety practices.
- Maintain accurate time, production, and downtime records; review data with supervisors to drive improvement and meet production plans.
- Ensure quality standards are met by verifying codes, fills, packaging integrity, and appearance, and by partnering with Quality to resolve non-conformances.
- Communicate clearly with downline associates, supervisors, managers, Maintenance, and Warehouse to coordinate material flow, changeovers, and issue resolution.
- Promote and enforce a “Safety First” culture by following and supporting all safety and GMP programs, immediately addressing or escalating unsafe conditions.
Benefits
- health
- wellness
- dental
- vision
- life
- disability insurance
- retirement savings options including employer match
- Education Assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
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