We are KIK!
We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars.
We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 20 North American manufacturing facilities.
We also operate globally in Europe, Asia, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa.
We are known by our portfolio of over 40 brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals, and Prestone® and Holts® automotive performance chemicals.
We are also the #1 producer in North America for store-brand (“private label”) bleach and a leading private label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general purpose cleaning and other home care products.
Our global team of over 2,500 employees drive our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.
Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.
Essential Job Functions
• Supervise shift line operation and performance
• Supervisor, lead, and participate in daily set-up, maintenance, changeovers and troubleshooting
• Ensure adherence to quality standards
• Follow and support all safety programs
• Maximize performance of blow mold equipment
• Conduct quality checks and implement corrective action as necessary
• Preserve blow mold equipment through organizing proper machine cleaning
• Focus on improving overall quality, cycle times, machine performance
• Focus on reducing down-time and scrap reduction
• Supervise and maintain a stable process and product quality goals
• Troubleshooting capability for machine, auxiliary equipment (leak testers, flamers, sleeving machine, etc.
) and quality related problems working towards a root cause and permanent corrective action
• Minor repairs to blow molding and auxiliary equipment
• Training others on blow molding operation when necessary
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Work well with people in achieving shift company goals
• Assist with various projects
• Accurate documentation of daily production paperwork at the end of each shift
The above statement describes the general nature and level off work only.
They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Qualifications
• Two-year degree or significant experience in area of discipline
• Minimum of three years related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Training in blow molding equipment preferred
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory role
• Demonstrated leadership and self-starter skills
• Demonstrated drive and potential to assume higher levels of responsibility.
• General understanding of business principles and typical business practices.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work cross-functionally with other departments.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, and other production related software
• Document and analyze downtime issues and put forward corrective actions
• Union experiences an asset but not required
A Career with KIK Offers:
KIK offers very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match.
KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.
Thank you for your interest and consideration of a position with KIK Consumer Products.
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KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.
KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
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