Powder B Operator (Alternating Dupont Schedule)

KIK Consumer ProductsWe 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 KIKJoin our team as a Powder B Operator where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the successful operations of our facility. You will work an alternating DuPont rotation — 12-hour shifts alternating between days (6:00 AM – 6:00 PM) and nights (6:00 PM – 6:00 AM) on a repeating four-week cycle that averages 42 hours per week and includes seven consecutive days off every cycle. Overtime and response to call-outs are required to support continuous manufacturing operations.As a Powder B Operator you are the front end of our production process — the person who keeps raw material moving into the line safely, accurately, and without interruption. You'll work in a powder-handling environment in full personal protective equipment, staging and discharging bulk raw materials into our bulk bag unloading (BBU) systems and maintaining the material records that keep our batches accurate and traceable.You'll be a key contributor to the success of our plant. Bring your expertise to a dynamic environment that values efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement. This position has a base starting hourly rate of $32.12 per hour.What You'll Be DoingCut bags of Cyanuric Acid monitor product flow and bin levels, and stage product onto the unloading station using a sit-down forkliftTransfer excess product into the unloading bin or super sacks and rework it back into the processRecord the daily quantity of bags cut and report accurately to the Powder "A" Operator or Shift SupervisorPrepare equipment for maintenance, including decontamination and de-energizing; decontamination can require extended periods of shoveling product from equipment and floor surfacesRespond to plant emergencies including product decomposition, power failures, spills, and fires, donning a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) when the situation requires itCollect product samples for processingMaintain housekeeping in assigned zones and conduct routine safety inspectionsRecycle bags of recyclable material as requiredOperate a sit-down forklift to move and relocate material and equipmentFile inventory tags in numerical order and complete required production reports for inventory controlParticipate fully in the site safety program, including safety meeting attendance and participationSupport other operators and coworkers as needed, and perform other duties as assigned by the SupervisorWhat You'll BringHigh school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience1 or more years of sit-down forklift experience, with current certification or the ability to be certified1 or more years of previous process operator experience is preferred.Experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, preferredExperience handling dry chemicals, powders, or bulk solids, preferredAbility to wear a full-face respirator and full protective suit for extended periods, including while operating a forkliftAbility to pass a respirator medical evaluation and fit test, and to maintain a clean-shaven face at the respirator sealing surface; alternative respiratory protection may be available as a reasonable accommodationAbility to don and work in SCBA gear during emergency situationsAbility to speak and comprehend verbal instruction while wearing a respirator, in order to communicate effectively with coworkers and monitor equipmentAbility to work a 12-hour rotating schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and call-outsAbility to follow oral and written instructions, established procedures, work rules, and standardsStrong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a teamOne or more years of process operator experience, preferredExperience in a chemical manufacturing environment, preferredExperience handling dry chemicals, powders, or bulk solids, preferredPrior SCBA use, HAZWOPER, or OSHA 30 certification, preferredPhysical RequirementsStand and walk for extended periods throughout a 12-hour shiftLift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds frequentlyPerform sustained shoveling during equipment decontamination, including repetitive bending, trunk rotation, and grippingBend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and perform repetitive motionsAscend stairs and elevated structures up to 80 feet in heightWear required PPE, including a full protective suit and full-face respirator, for extended periodsWork in varying temperatures and humidity levels, including elevated heat conditions while in full PPEWork safely in an environment where calcium hypochlorite and other manufacturing chemicals are presentEmployment is contingent upon successful completion of post-offer, pre-employment requirements, including a physical examination, functional capacity assessment, background check, and drug screening.What You Will GetKIK 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 a base starting hourly rate of $32.12 per hour.About KIKWe 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, 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 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.