1st Shift Production Technician — Growth, Impact & Benefits

ecolab; North Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Pension plans

Parental leave

Job summary

Ecolab in Swannanoa, NC seeks a Production Technician I to operate filling equipment, set up lines, and perform AM activities. You will ensure materials, PPE, and procedures meet quality standards while supporting safety and continuous improvement.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and about 1 year of plant/warehouse experience. Lifting up to 50 lbs is expected as part of the job duties.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of experience in a plant or warehouse environment preferred.
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery, process and/or filling equipment to meet production goals
• Set up production lines correctly and perform core Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities
• Operate equipment such as fillers, sleeve labelers, cappers, tape machines, bar coders, ink jet printers, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid presses
• Review filling and packaging instructions and ensure correct materials and PPE are available
• Perform quality checks, including taking samples and monitoring fill weights
• Document quality and productivity data accurately in paper or electronic systems
• Assist with line changeovers and wash water collection
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Participate in Kaizens, 5S, and special projects to drive continuous improvement
• Identify and help eliminate sources of waste in systems and processes

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Lifting 50 lbs

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Ecolab in Swannanoa, NC seeks a Production Technician I to operate filling equipment, set up lines, and perform AM activities. You will ensure materials, PPE, and procedures meet quality standards while supporting safety and continuous improvement.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent and about 1 year of plant/warehouse experience. Lifting up to 50 lbs is expected as part of the job duties.