Logistics Associate

Ecolab; Glenwood (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K matching

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Ecolab in Glenwood, IL is seeking a Logistics Associate II to support warehouse operations—receiving, storing, moving, and shipping materials with a focus on inventory accuracy and efficient material flow. The role requires SAP experience, forklift operation, and the ability to coordinate with production and quality teams.

Day-to-day duties include goods receipt, packing checks, and assisting with outbound logistics while adhering to 5S and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of warehouse or logistics experience.
• SAP experience, including goods receipt and inventory transactions.
• Forklift operating experience.
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, move, and ship materials while maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Support production needs and ensure safe, efficient material flow.
• Offload inbound trucks safely using forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts.
• Verify incoming shipments against packing lists and supplier documents.
• Assist with outbound logistics: picking, packing, and palletizing.

Skills

SAP experience

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Inventory transactions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Job description

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Associate II to join our team in Glenwood, IL. As a Logistics Associate II, you'll support warehouse operations by receiving, storing, moving, and shipping materials while maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting production needs, and ensuring safe and efficient material flow throughout the facility.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Perform goods receipt transactions in SAP with a high degree of accuracy
• Identify discrepancies in quantity, condition, or documentation and communicate these issues promptly with Supervisor or Lead
• Create, print, and apply accurate labels for received materials following internal standards
• Stage received materials in designated warehouse locations and update SAP inventory accordingly
• Support material flow by coordinating with production, quality, customer service, and other internal teams
• Offload inbound trucks safely and efficiently using forklifts, pallet jacks, and carts
• Verify incoming shipments by comparing packing lists, bills of lading, and supplier documentation against physical product
• Assist with outbound logistics as needed, including picking, packing, and palletizing
• Load trailers with packed boxes, pallets, and equipment
• Follow all warehouse and safety procedures, including 5S standards
• Operate material-handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Position Details

Plant Location: Glenwood, IL

Work Week & Shift: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

What’s Unique About This Role

• Be part of a team that directly supports Ecolab’s mission to protect public health and the environment
• Gain hands‑on experience with industry‑leading tools and processes
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of warehouse or logistics experience
• SAP experience, including goods receipt and inventory transactions
• Forklift operating experience
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Physical Requirements Of Position

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of warehouse or logistics experience
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Ability to work independently and make informed decisions in a fast‑paced environment
• Experience in receiving, inventory control, or quality inspection

What’s In It For You

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
• 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

About Ecolab

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent‑first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science‑based solutions, data‑driven insights and world‑class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $24.74 - $37.11. 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

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.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

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

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

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.