Mixing Technician/Chemical Processor Details

Mixing Technician/Chemical Processor

KIK Custom Products Inc. - Ludlow, MA

Employment Type : Full-Time

Overview:We are 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 20 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Europe, Asia, UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa. We are known by our portfolio of over 40 brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals, and Prestone® and Holts® automotive performance chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America for 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.
SUMMARY: Tends the flow and proper mixing of components required to produce bleach and maintains all associated equipment used in the process of bleach production by performing the following duties.Essential Job Functions: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform to essential functions.

• Operates the bleach making equipment, including bleach processor, dilution unit, bleach filter and filter press. Cleans the inside of the bleach tanks. Climbs and descends ladders to access bleach tanks and railroad cars. Turns valves and moves controls to regulate the flow of chlorine, water and caustic soda in the production of bleach.
• Reads, gauges and moves controls to maintain specified safe operation of bleach production.
• Monitors and documents raw material use, and current inventory of raw materials used in the production of bleach.
• Coordinates with other departments to ensure product quality, inter-department product transfer, and timely replenishment of raw materials.
• Performs daily batch and filter sample tests for bleach quality and strength.
• Performs connection and disconnection procedures for offloading chlorine and caustic from railroad cars and trucks.
• Operates, monitors and maintenances scrubber unit as required.
• Performs connection and disconnection procedures for loading tanker trucks with product.
• Serves as a member of the company’s emergency response team. Acquires a thorough understanding of the company’s chlorine handling process through satisfactory completion of the mandatory training for this position.
• Requires the use of a self-contained breathing apparatus.
• Position is considered safety sensitive and will be subject to random drug testing as a condition of employment.
• Night shift duties will include testing in the lab.
• Other duties as required.

• High school diploma or (GED)

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

A Career with KIK Offers:

KIK offers very 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.

Thank you for your interest and consideration of a position with KIK Custom Products.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, age, religion, sex, or national origin.