Flexographic Press Operator

ECOLAB; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) and pension plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ECOLAB is looking for a Flexographic Press Operator in Fort Worth, Texas. You will be responsible for operating and controlling equipment that processes chemical substances, ensuring safety and efficiency during production.

The role requires a high school diploma and relevant experience in a chemical processing environment. The compensation ranges from $19.60 to $28 per hour, depending on experience. ECOLAB offers a wide variety of benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and even on-site childcare.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a plant, warehouse, or chemical processing environment.
• 1 year of printing operator experience.
• Completion of training and mastery of required skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment.
• Interpret plant specifications and manage ingredient flow.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure product integrity.

Skills

Chemical processing experience

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Ecolab is seeking a Flexographic Press Operator to join our team in Fort Worth, Texas. In this role you will operate and control equipment that processes chemical substances into specified products and support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient production.
• Interpret plant specifications to determine required ingredients, product parameters, and procedural modifications.
• Initiate and regulate the flow of materials through heating vessels and mixing tanks, manually or through automated systems.
• Adjust controls and instrumentation to maintain optimal process conditions, including temperature, pressure, and flow rates.
• Conduct in-process sampling and quality checks to confirm product integrity and adherence to standards.
• Accurately document production data, equipment readings, and any deviations or malfunctions during the shift.
• Support line changeovers and sanitation procedures to maintain operational readiness.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and Kaizen activities, to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.
• Identify and communicate opportunities to reduce waste and improve process efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment in accordance with safety and quality protocols.

Position Details

• Plant Location: Fort Worth, Texas
• Work Week & Shift: 2nd shift, Monday – Thursday 3:15 pm–1:45 am. Training is on 1st shift (Monday – Thursday, 5:00 am–3:30 pm) then new hire will move to 2nd shift.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience in a plant, warehouse, or chemical processing environment.
• 1 year of printing operator experience.
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of training and mastery of required skills (e.g., Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training).
• Experience understanding and tracking safety, quality, and productivity data.
• Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
• Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) and Continuous Improvement Systems.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to work as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.

Compensation

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range: $19.60–$28 per 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.

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, 401(k), 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.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing, as required to meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations.

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.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

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 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. We further support the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through affirmative action.

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.

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.