Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

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

Join our team as a **1st

shift Maintenance Mechanic 1 (Monday – Friday with OT as needed 6:00am - 4:30pm), **where you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance of machinery and equipment. Responsibilities include inspecting, testing and monitoring equipment, conducting repairs and replacements. You’ll be a key contributor to the success of our plant. Bring your expertise and tools to a dynamic environment that values efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Sets up production equipment to run scheduled production

• Discusses difficulties in operating equipment with machine operators to isolate problems, and then troubleshoots machine to determine cause and repairs required.

• Must be able to read and follow directions as found in technical manuals as well as be able to document any and all changes they are involved in. so as to refer back to the notes and records a thereby gain understanding as to how to set up lines an adjust machines and conveyors as needed.

• Performs necessary repairs on equipment to keep it in top running order.

• Must be able to perform major mechanical overhauls of some packaging equipment

• Must be able to troubleshoot electrical and motor problems. This includes determining if a motor or electrical system, is functioning properly and is configured properly.

• Carries out required preventative maintenance on equipment.

• Assists in determining required design modifications and makes approved modifications to equipment.

• Performs tasks in accordance with approved procedures and following all safety procedures and gmp's.

• Provides coverage for mechanics on other shifts, as needed.

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision as well as in a team setting.

• Perform other duties as assigned.* The above statement describes the general nature and level of 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.*

What You’ll Bring

Minimum 4 years mechanical experience in a high-speed packaging and/or manufacturing environment (food industry is highly preferred)

• Associates degree in electronic field and/or Electrical Diploma/Certificate with at least 3 years of experience OR 5+ years of proven experience in related field is highly desirable.

• Possess strong oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

• Good knowledge of preventative maintenance programs

• Must be flexible to work 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 service attitude

• Strong team player with excellent problem-solving skills

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. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including your relevant skills and experience.

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 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.

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You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Hydraulics Experience
• Pneumatics Troubleshooting
• Maintenance and Repair Skills

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Conveyor Systems