Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift

Job Description

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

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician on 1st Shift (6:00am - 4:30pm, Monday-Thursday with weekends per business need) to support electrical systems across our manufacturing facility. In this hands-on role, you will serve as a subject matter expert for plant electrical systems, including production, packaging, and facility equipment. You will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and improving electrical and control systems to maximize equipment reliability, safety, and efficiency.

This position has a base hourly rate of $38.00-$40.00, plus applicable shift differential, based on skills and experience.

What You'll Do

• Install, troubleshoot, and repair low- and high-voltage (single and three-phase) industrial electrical and control systems across production lines and facility equipment (e.g., compressors, boilers, pumps, water systems, lighting)
• Diagnose and repair electrical and control issues including motors, drives, sensors, relays, PLCs, and 24VDC to 480VAC systems (primarily Allen-Bradley; some Siemens)
• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance and respond to electrical breakdowns with a sense of urgency to minimize downtime
• Interpret, modify, and maintain electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and documentation, ensuring all changes are properly recorded
• Plan and execute electrical projects, including upgrades, installations, and improvements, with or without guidance from engineering or leadership
• Size circuits and install conduit in accordance with NEC, OSHA, and local electrical codes
• Upgrade outdated or unsafe electrical systems to improve safety, reliability, and standardization
• Support and standardize plant electrical components and controls, with a focus on Allen-Bradley platforms
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC and HMI systems, including conversion of relay-based systems to PLC controls when applicable
• Utilize diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other testing equipment to identify root causes
• Document work orders, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities in the CMMS.
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to improve uptime, reliability, and operational efficiency
• Follow all Health & Safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), GMP, PPE, and environmental requirements
• Serve as a key member of the plant emergency response team

What You'll Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical or trade school certification preferred
• 3+ years of experience in industrial electrical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including motors, drives, PLCs, and control systems
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs (MicroLogix, CompactLogix, ControlLogix) and HMI systems preferred
• Ability to read, interpret, and modify electrical prints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Hands-on experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of NEC, OSHA standards, and electrical safety practices (including hazardous classifications such as Class I, Div. 1 preferred)
• Familiarity with cGMP or regulated manufacturing environments is a plus
• Experience using a CMMS for maintenance tracking and documentation
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with a strong customer-service mindset
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to work any shift (1st, 2nd, or 3rd) based on business needs, including overtime
• Frequent standing and walking for 8+ hours per shift in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and operate lifts or elevated platforms
• Must be able to reach confined or difficult-to-access areas and work around operating equipment
• Ability to lift 10-40 lbs regularly, and occasionally more with assistance
• Exposure to industrial conditions including noise, temperature variations, and chemicals, requiring proper 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.


We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. This position has an hourly rate of $40.00 per hour. The actual hourly rate 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 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, 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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