Production Associate - job 1 of 2

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Production Associate who will perform various duties that are involved with the packaging process for Ecolab products. This position generally performs prescheduled activities at a rapid pace and requires minor contact with fellow workers while being subject to close supervision. The incumbent is occasionally dependent on others to accomplish tasks and has significant responsibility for the overall performance of their department.

What’s in it For You:
The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more! Click Here to see our benefits.

What You Will Do:
Reviews filling and packaging instructions at beginning of line runs. Ensures that the correct packaging materials are available.

Ensures that the correct Personal Protective Equipment is available and other safety procedures are understood and followed.

Performs all operations on the lines, including loading lines with empty containers, labeling, filling, capping, bar coder generation, taking samples, keeping area clean and organized and other related activities.

Actively participate in Kaizens, 5S and special projects

Continuingly identify opportunities for system and process waste elimination

Completes and documents activities that measure quality and productivity in an accurate and timely manner. This could include taking weights and performing basic quality tests. Enters results on paper or in computer.

Assists with line changeover, including the collection of wash water.

Position Details:
Plant location: Joliet, IL

Work week and shift: Day Shift or Night Shift available

Compensation package offered: $17.47 / hour. Shift differential available for 2nd, 3rd, and 12 hour shifts

Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent

Ability to use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers, fractions, percentages, and decimals

No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds

Must be able to pass a drug screen

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in a related industry (chemical, food products, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, etc)

Ability to understand and track safety, quality, and productivity data, including run rates, fill weights, and averages

Mechanical aptitude

Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) & Continuous Improvement Systems

Strong attention to detail, good communicator, and a team member

Ability to meet physical requirements of position

Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.
If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Covid-19 Vaccine Notice
Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab. All applicants should be aware that Ecolab is a federal contractor. If the federal contractor vaccine mandate is reinstated in its current form, all Ecolab employees will need to be vaccinated, or have an approved religious or medical accommodation in place.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application proces s, please call Ecolab Recruiting Support at (866) 841-6682 for assistance.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.