Machine Operator A

KIK Consumer Products; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

KIK Consumer Products is seeking a Machine Operator A in Salem, VA. This entry-level position involves operating blow molding machines, ensuring quality standards, and coordinating production efficiently. Candidates should have basic mechanical skills and the ability to communicate clearly. KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings options

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• Experience with blow mold machines.
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Run and troubleshoot blow mold machines.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and production efficiency.
• Maintain housekeeping and a clean work area.

Skills

Basic Mechanical Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Ability to work safely

Job description

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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.

Job Description

Blow Molding Machine Operator

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

• Responsible for the running and troubleshooting for blow mold machines. We use Uniloy
• Responsible for bringing machine up from a cold condition to a full production operation ensuring the container meets quality specifications
• Retrieves PLC programming information, evaluate, and makes adjustments
• Ensures adherence to quality standards
• Performs daily set up and bottle size changeovers on all equipment
• Will be responsible for quality checks and machine profile changes and associated documentation of those changes
• Will be responsible for daily production records and quality control records for any and all lines assigned to operate
• Coordinate process operations to ensure efficiency, including, communicate with production personnel
• Must be able to keep up to date on process alterations and general procedures by reading logs, special procedures and posted notices
• Responsible for housekeeping & maintaining a clean work area
• Responsible for bringing machine up from a cold condition to a full production operation ensuring the container meets quality specifications
• Follows and supports all Safety programs
  
  

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

• Experience with working in a facility that runs Blow Molders
• Previous experience with Uniloy machines a plus
• Basic Mechanical Skills
• Ability to use basic hand tools
• Ability to follow detailed instructions
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work safely
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Must be able to work overtime when needed
• Must pass pre-employment Drug Screen and Background check
  
  

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.

www.KIKCORP.com

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. Privacy Policy: https://www.kikcorp.com/privacy-policy-applicant

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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