Machine Maintenance / Line Operator

Founded in Japan in 1887, Kao is passionate about making a difference in people's lives with our high quality products and services to create a Kirei Life for all - a beautiful life that respects the needs of our consumers and customers as well as the planet. We never compromise on quality and craft our products with care for the consumer and the environment.

As a company driven by purpose and strong corporate values we pride ourselves to be listed among the World's Most Ethical Companies since 16 consecutive years. Our corporate philosophy, the Kao Way, guides us in everything we do - acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation and treating each other with trust and respect.

Come join our world class manufacturing team!

We're looking for a Packaging Technician reporting to the Team Lead. The Packaging Technician will manage the reliability/efficiency of assigned Packaging line/equipment. You will use mechanical/electrical competency to help repair equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required. The Technician must strictly adhere all Company Safety Regulations, Department SOP/WI and Good Manufacturing practices.

We have openings on 2nd Shift (2:30pm - 11:00pm) and 3rd shift (11:00pm - 6:30am)

This is a Production position. You will be responsible for doing maintenance and also being an operator who is responsible for the overall reliability/efficiency of assigned Packaging line/equipment.

We offer:

• $22 - $26 per hour + $1.75 shift differential
• 34 Total Paid Days Off Annually! (Vacation + Sick + Holidays)
• Medical Benefits Effective On Your First Day
• 401(k) and Company Match Effective On Your First Day

What you will do:

• Correctly help with repairs to all packaging equipment as required or directed.
• Work cooperatively with line teams in the successful completion of daily production schedules.
• Complete all Preventative Maintenance as assigned.
• Maintain a Safe and orderly production line area.
• Perform STOP and 5S GMP audits and follow-up as required.
• Correctly complete all shift notes and line documentation as trained.

What you will need:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience with operation and maintenance of packaging line equipmentElectrical and mechanical knowledge
• Technical training, certification or education in electrical/mechanical technology

How we work: Having been selected among the World´s Most Ethical Companies for 18 consecutive years, we are a company with a purpose and strong corporate values. We never compromise on quality and create our products with care for the consumer and the environment. At Kao, each employee can actively shape their job and their career. We work collaboratively to achieve our common goals, always aiming to deliver the best for our customers.

What we offer: A friendly and flexible work environment with great compensation packages, benefits package, ongoing development and the opportunity to enhance your skills and deliver tangible results. At Kao your voice will be heard. Your opinion really counts. We believe that change comes from taking opportunities into your own hands, so we value and reward thinking and new ideas.

Hiring Process: Kao embraces the diversity and the individual personalities of its people because we believe it is diversity that makes us strong. This is why we welcome applications from all areas of the global community.

Want to learn more: If you feel you are as unique as our products and want to find out why 33,000 people across the globe opted for a career with us please visit our Americas website (https://www.kao.com/americas/en/).

Kao USA is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

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