Production Supervisor - 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

The Production Supervisor 1st Shift (Monday -Thursday 4:30 am - 3:30 pm and overtime on Friday and or weekends per business need) leads the daily operations of the filling department to ensure production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and within quality standards. This role oversees shift performance, coordinates production employees, and proactively addresses operational challenges to minimize downtime and maintain on-time delivery. As a hands-on leader, the Supervisor drives continuous improvement initiatives, enforces safety and compliance standards, and fosters a high-performing team culture focused on productivity, accountability, and development.

The pay range for this role is $90,000.00-100,000.00 plus eligibility for an annual incentive bonus. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including your relevant skills and experience.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily production line operations to achieve production schedules while meeting safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

• Supervise, coach, and develop a first shift team of approximately 15 production employees, driving accountability, engagement, and performance.

• Monitor and drive key production metrics including output, yields, downtime, waste, and labor efficiency; implement corrective actions to improve results.

• Ensure strict adherence to all safety policies, GMP standards, sanitation requirements, and regulatory compliance expectations.

• Conduct shift kick-off meetings and lead cross-functional communication to align priorities across Production, QA, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and HR.

• Coordinate daily with tank farm and shipping to keep filling lines supplied and outbound commitments on schedule, and provide oversight across production, quality, and warehouse activities.

• Optimize staffing and manpower utilization based on production demand, attendance, and schedule priorities.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime, improving reliability, and lowering operational costs using Lean or similar methodologies.

• Maintain inspection-ready conditions at all times, ensuring housekeeping, documentation, and quality standards are consistently met.

• Oversee production documentation and support employee development and performance management, including training, safety programs, and corrective action in alignment with company policy.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Bilingual required - ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish.

• 5 or more years of manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on safety, quality, and performance metrics, including 3 or more years of leadership experience as a supervisor or lead with a proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable.

• Experience with high-speed automated production equipment and/or bottle filling machinery is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to own, interpret, and clearly articulate production KPIs including output, downtime, yield, waste, and labor efficiency.

• Experience working in a unionized manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Strong working knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS), including documentation control, deviation management, corrective actions, and audit readiness.

• Strong working knowledge of GMP, safety programs, and 6S/lean workplace standards, with a continuous improvement mindset and a track record of improving efficiency and reducing downtime; experience conducting safety training and tracking compliance.

• Strong communication and conflict management skills with the ability to lead through change, collaborate cross-functionally, and build partnerships across departments; proficient in Microsoft Office and production reporting systems.

Physical Requirement:

• Occasionally exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force (up to 1/3 of the time).

• Frequently applying 10 to 25 pounds of force (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time).

• Constantly exerting greater than negligible force, up to 10 pounds (2/3 or more of the time) for moving objects.

• Must have the ability to perform the following: Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Handling, Feeling, Seeing, Hearing.

• Works in an industrial manufacturing environment with both indoor and outdoor responsibilities. The facility is not climate controlled.

• Regularly accesses production and equipment areas that require climbing stairs and ladders, wearing respiratory protection, and working in confined spaces.

• Must be able to safely work in accordance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements, including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).

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, 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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