Blow Mold Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes, Pools, and Cars.

When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team who 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, the cleanliness of their homes and pools, and the life of their automobiles. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, empowerment, 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

At KIK the ideal candidate will exhibit a desire to swiftly solve equipment breakdowns, coupled with skills in mechanics, welding, and machining, is vital. This person will operate advanced tools, set up and modify equipment for new products. This role will require skills that go beyond routine maintenance. We are seeking someone to express their unique solutions promptly and train operators interactively. It is of the utmost importance that the ideal candidate is able to work comfortably around bleach and other similar chemicals with the proper PPE provided.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Diagnose mechanical problems, provide quick & innovative solutions for mechanical equipment breakdowns by applying proven skills in the principles of mechanics, fitting, plumbing, basic welding, metal fabrication, machining, troubleshooting, and analytical problem solving.

• Basic Electrical troubleshooting and repairs, Hydraulic troubleshooting and repairs, Pneumatics trouble shooting and repairs.

• Operate a mill, lathe, drill press, grinder, saws, and all other machine shop tools.

• Setup, takedown, and relocation of Process and Packaging equipment

• Frequently modify packaging & process equipment for new products

• Perform preventative maintenance, and safety inspection.

• Provide solutions to routine or unique equipment problems.

• Promptly respond to equipment related issues with customer-oriented manner.

• Interact and train any operator as directed on equipment operation, troubleshooting and changeovers.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 4 years mechanical experience in a high-speed packaging and/or manufacturing environment (food/bottling industry is highly preferred)
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Good knowledge of preventative maintenance programs
• Must be flexible to work rotational Shift Work (days, afternoons, nights)
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with lots of changes
• Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety and Lockout Procedures
• Working knowledge of computerized maintenance management software’s an asset
• Must pay attention to details with a customer focused attitude.
• Strong team player with excellent problem-solving skills
• Must pass pre-employment Drug Screen and Background check

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.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career.This position has an hourly rate of $30.00 plus an annual incentive bonus. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location.

About 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. 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.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of 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.

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.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Blow Molding Experience