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 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

As a Chemical Operator (Tank Farm Processor) on 2nd Shift (Monday – Friday 3:00 – 11:30 pm, with occasional Saturdays per business need. You will play a critical, safety-focused role in the manufacturing of bleach, operating as a chemical operator in our tank farm and processing area. You will manage the loading and unloading of chlorine rail cars, perform in-process quality testing, handle raw materials, and carry out minor mechanical maintenance — all while maintaining strict compliance with OSHA, environmental, and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. This is a hands-on role in a high-hazard environment where attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to safety directly protect our team, our product, and our community. This position offers an hourly rate ranging from $22.34 to $26.97, based on the candidate's experience, plus a $0.25 shift differential for all hours worked outside of 1st Shift.

What You’ll Be Doing

Perform the duties of a chemical operator in the manufacturing of bleach in a plant setting.
Manage the loading and unloading of chlorine rail cars in accordance with all safety procedures.
Perform quality checks such as titration, filter testing, and water hardness testing on batched product.
Manage raw material movement via forklift truck.
Perform minor mechanical repairs, including gasket replacements and processing piping preventive maintenance (PM), in the area.
Complete appropriate paperwork and communicate shift status via email.
Carefully follow guidelines for wastewater treatment and the disposal of wastewater.
Comply with all OSHA Hazardous Materials procedures to safely handle chemicals.
Follow all Safety and GMP guidelines.
Participate in the site emergency response team.

What You’ll Bring

High School Diploma or GED
2 years of hands-on experience with hazardous liquid chemical plant processing.
1 or more years of prior tank farm or rail car loading/unloading experience
1 or more years of experience driving a sit down Forklift (required)
Bilingual candidates preferred but not required
Direct experience handling chlorine or other highly hazardous chemicals.
Ability to follow detailed instructions and strict guidelines.
Good verbal and written communication skills, solid math skills, and computer proficiency (Word/Excel).
Demonstrated reliability and strong attendance record, with the ability to consistently work the assigned schedule.
Ability to work safely and carefully in a high-hazard environment.
Ability to work overtime as necessary.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Ability to wear a full-face respirator as necessary. Per OSHA guidelines, facial hair that interferes with the respirator seal is not permitted. Ability to wear a full-face respirator as required. In accordance with OSHA respiratory protection standards, the seal area must be free of facial hair that would interfere with a proper respirator seal.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and temperature conditions for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 45 pounds.
Ability to work around unpleasant odors and to handle a variety of chemicals and chemical products.
Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs to access tanks and vessels.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and work in accordance with Health, Safety, and GMP regulations.

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, 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 (“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 2,300 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 / 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.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require 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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