Packer 1 (1st Shift)

KIK Consumer Products; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Employer match

Job summary

KIK Consumer Products is seeking a Packer 1st Shift to support daily packaging operations in a chemical manufacturing environment. Training is provided; no prior manufacturing experience is required.

Base rate starts at $22.00 per hour with shift differentials and a path to Packer 2 at $23.00 per hour after six months. Work involves packaging, labeling, quality checks, and inventory documentation while following GMP and safety policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No minimum years of experience; we train.
• Manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or production experience preferred.
• Chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
• Able to work rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and respond to call-outs.
• Ability to wear PPE for extended periods.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and maintain production records.

Responsibilities

• Package pool chemical products into containers and packaging materials.
• Inspect products and packaging components for quality and accuracy.
• Apply labels, lot codes, date codes, and regulatory markings.
• Verify correct product, packaging materials, and quantities for each run.
• Operate packaging equipment and conveyors as trained.
• Maintain clean and organized work area; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math skills

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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.

Your Role at KIK

The Packer 1 - 1 st Shift (5:00 am – 1:30 pm – Monday – Friday with some weekends per business need) supports daily operations by packaging finished product accurately and to specification at the end of the production line. This position operates in a chemical manufacturing environment and requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), hazardous material handling procedures, and company safety policies. No prior manufacturing experience is required — training is provided.

This position has a base starting hourly rate of $22.00 per hour. Shift differentials apply in addition to the base rate: $0.50 per hour for second shift and $1.00 per hour for third shift. Packers are trained up to the Packer 2 level within six months, which carries a base rate of 23.00 per hour.

What You’ll Do

• Package pool chemical products into containers, pails, buckets, bags, cartons, and other approved packaging materials
• Inspect products and packaging components for quality, accuracy, and defects before and during packaging operations
• Apply labels, lot codes, date codes, and regulatory markings according to product specifications
• Verify correct product, packaging materials, and quantities are used for each production run
• Operate packaging equipment, conveyors, palletizers, shrink-wrap machines, labelers, and related equipment as trained
• 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

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No minimum years of experience required. We train.
• Manufacturing, packaging, warehouse, or production experience (Preferred).
• Chemical manufacturing experience (Preferred).
• Prior work in a role with a production target or throughput standard (Preferred).
• 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.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must successfully pass all pre-employment requirements, including a functional capacity assessment and drug screening.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, humidity levels, and manufacturing environments.
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods.

What You Will Get

• KIK offers a 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.

About KIK

We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, and pools. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, South Africa, and Australia. We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand 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 2,300 employees drives 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.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity 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 or uniformed services status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.