KIK Consumer Products, Inc.
Production Manager - 2nd Shift
KIK Consumer Products, Inc., Salem, Virginia, us, 24155
Job Description
Production Manager
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 & Distribution Manager is the key member of the Site Leadership Team. The responsibilities include overall management of an assigned high-volume chemical and consumer products manufacturing plant. The accountabilities also include creating an engaged plant culture that can meet and/ or exceed operational and business performance expectations, budget management, driving EH&S requirements, quality, production, warehousing, all while maintaining the required safety standards. This position will report directly to the Site Plant Manager.
What You'll Be DoingDrive key departmental metrics related to safety, quality, cost and production to ensure budget goals are met or exceededLeads key productivity initiatives that may involve members of cross-functional teams from other shifts or departmentsOversee programs to deliver positive employee relations, safety, communications, yield improvement, technology transfer, process improvement to support operating and strategic goals.Drive continuous improvement (waste/cost reduction, productivity improvement, cycle time reduction) through good manufacturing practicesEnsures the success of all operational and maintenance metrics including delivery, productivity improvement, material inventory and quality improvementCommunicate daily with production planning and counterparts regarding safety, quality, scheduling, delivery, workload capacity and staffing issues.Analysis of equipment performance to identify continuous improvement opportunities.Manage and evaluate overall an individual's performance within the department (adherence to standard work, attendance, safety, code of conduct, etc.), mentoring and developing the team to continue to grow their technical and interpersonal skillsWhat You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in related field or 5 years or more of equivalent experience in a manufacturing facility with lean manufacturing practices. Engineering Degree preferred.Knowledge of packaging or co-packaging and chemical manufacturing.Thorough understanding of manufacturing plant operations (industry experience must include manufacturing).Excellent communication skills; be well organized and a team player.Detail oriented and accurate, able to multitask and prioritize workload.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work independently and to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.Experience with integrated/computerized manufacturing systems. JDE experience is preferred.Proficient with Microsoft applications - strong understanding of Excel
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, 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.
Production Manager
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 & Distribution Manager is the key member of the Site Leadership Team. The responsibilities include overall management of an assigned high-volume chemical and consumer products manufacturing plant. The accountabilities also include creating an engaged plant culture that can meet and/ or exceed operational and business performance expectations, budget management, driving EH&S requirements, quality, production, warehousing, all while maintaining the required safety standards. This position will report directly to the Site Plant Manager.
What You'll Be DoingDrive key departmental metrics related to safety, quality, cost and production to ensure budget goals are met or exceededLeads key productivity initiatives that may involve members of cross-functional teams from other shifts or departmentsOversee programs to deliver positive employee relations, safety, communications, yield improvement, technology transfer, process improvement to support operating and strategic goals.Drive continuous improvement (waste/cost reduction, productivity improvement, cycle time reduction) through good manufacturing practicesEnsures the success of all operational and maintenance metrics including delivery, productivity improvement, material inventory and quality improvementCommunicate daily with production planning and counterparts regarding safety, quality, scheduling, delivery, workload capacity and staffing issues.Analysis of equipment performance to identify continuous improvement opportunities.Manage and evaluate overall an individual's performance within the department (adherence to standard work, attendance, safety, code of conduct, etc.), mentoring and developing the team to continue to grow their technical and interpersonal skillsWhat You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in related field or 5 years or more of equivalent experience in a manufacturing facility with lean manufacturing practices. Engineering Degree preferred.Knowledge of packaging or co-packaging and chemical manufacturing.Thorough understanding of manufacturing plant operations (industry experience must include manufacturing).Excellent communication skills; be well organized and a team player.Detail oriented and accurate, able to multitask and prioritize workload.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Ability to work independently and to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.Experience with integrated/computerized manufacturing systems. JDE experience is preferred.Proficient with Microsoft applications - strong understanding of Excel
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, 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.