Job Description
KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.
Position: Technician - Cleaning & Sanitization
Department: Compounding
Reports to: Compounding Manager
Reporting to this Position: No direct reports
BASIC FUNCTION
Ensure that all manufacturing tanks, kettles, hoses, drums and totes and mixing utensils are properly cleaned and sanitized per designated SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures).
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Clean all returned drums/totes from production.
• Sanitize all manufacturing utensils used per established sanitization procedures.
• Confirm tank has been designated for cleaning as per tag system, clean and sanitize tank following established procedures.
• Perform all general housekeeping duties for the manufacturing department.
• Take samples from the wash water tank to Quality Control for pH analysis.
• Discharge the wash water from the tank when tank is full.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Ability to read and understand instructions provided by the different SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) used to perform duties.
• Must be certified as a forklift driver; or be able to pass the certification process.
• Strong team player.
• Commitment to company values.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demand and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to stand for extended periods; stoop; bend; walk and use hands to handle objects, reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects exceeding 15 pounds.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. This may include periods of high heat during the summer months. Employees are instructed to always follow all Safety Precautions/Procedures for Heat Exposure that has been established by the company. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in a Manufacturing environment preferred.
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Competitive Benefits Package
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Performance-Based Annual Bonus
Eligibility and benefit offerings may vary based on employment status and company policy.
KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.
KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.
