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 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

Join our team as a dedicated Forklift Operator on 2nd shift (Monday – Friday 3:30 pm - 12:00 am and overtime on Saturdays as required) where you are a critical part of our operation. In this entry-level role, you will safely operate a forklift for a minimum of seven hours daily and other material handling equipment to move product throughout the warehouse, load and unload trailers, and support an efficient, organized production flow. This is a great opportunity to build a career in manufacturing —You’ll help maintain a safe, clean work environment while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures, and Safety Standards. This position has an hourly rate of $20.60 per hour

What You’ll Be Doing

• Safely operate a forklift and other material handling equipment to move product throughout the warehouse.

• Load and unload materials from trailers, ensuring proper handling and product integrity.

• Efficiently move and stage materials in and around the department as needed.

• Complete loading and inventory documentation accurately, adhering to Hazmat rules where applicable.

• Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns.

• Maintain a clean, organized work area in line with 5S and housekeeping standards.

• Comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures, Safety Standards, and all plant policies and procedures.

What You’ll Bring

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) (preferred)

• 2 or more years of prior sit-down forklift, warehouse, or manufacturing experience

• Comfortable handling weight of at least 2,500 lbs; must understand counterbalance/tilt-back

• Experience using an RF scanner or warehouse management system (WMS) (required)

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand instructions, schedules, and requests in English.

• Basic math and counting skills for accurate inventory and order handling.

• Reliable attendance and ability to work the assigned shift, including overtime and weekends as needed.

• Team player who works well with others and maintains a positive, safety-first attitude.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and climb consistently throughout the shift.

• Ability to perform repetitive motions, including grasping, reaching, bending, and lifting.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

• Ability to work around moving mechanical equipment and conveyor systems.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Ability to work in diverse environmental conditions, including non-temperature-controlled settings, high temperatures and humidity, potential high noise levels depending on location, and regular interaction with various chemicals and chemical products.

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 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, 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 accommodation for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require 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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