Production Associate

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a

• The opportunity to take on some of the world�s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, 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 one of employment including medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
  

• Review filling and packaging instructions at beginning of line runs. Ensure the correct packaging materials are available. Ensure the correct Personal Protective Equipment is available and other safety procedures are understood and followed.
  
• Ensure the line is set up correctly per the filling and packaging instructions
  
• Operate filling and packaging equipment continually. Types of equipment could include filler, sleeve labeler, cappers, tape machine, bar coders, ink jet printer, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid presses. Adjust equipment to control weight, closures, or other as required by the specifications.
  
• Take samples and keeps area clean
  
• Actively participate in Kaizens, 5S, and special projects
  
• Continuingly identify opportunities for system and process waste elimination
  
• Complete and document activities that measure quality and productivity in an accurate and timely manner. This could include taking weights and performing basic quality tests. Enter results on paper or in electronic systems.
  
• Complete packaging and filling assignment meeting or exceeding the standards
  
• Assist with line changeover, including the collection of wash water
  
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

• Plant location: Huntington, IN
  
• Work week and shift: 2nd Shift - 2:45pm to 11:00pm /
  
• 3rd Shift 10:45pm - 7:00am
  
• Compensation package offered: $19.28 / Hour + Shift Differential ($0.35 / $0.50)
  

• High School diploma or equivalent
  
• Previous experience in plant or warehouse
  
• Ability to use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers, fractions, percentages, and decimals
  
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role
  

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
  
• Must be able to pass a drug screen
  

• Ability to complete training and master skills that are required by position (including but not limited to Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training)
  
• 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
  
• Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team
  

The pay range for this position is $19.28 / hour. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information.

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
  
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
  

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 process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. 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 and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on 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).

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, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.