Machine Operator D

Ecolab, Inc.; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab seeks a packaging operator for our Joliet, IL area with experience in a chemical processing environment. You will load, operate, and monitor filling, capping, sealing, and weighing equipment while ensuring label accuracy and product integrity.

A focus on safety, quality data, and teamwork is essential to support production goals. Responsibilities include line changeovers, adherence to 5S/TPM practices, and documentation of production measures.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in a plant, warehouse, or chemical processing environment.
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role.
• Preferred: Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training.
• Experience tracking safety, quality, and productivity data.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate filling, capping, sealing, casing, and other packaging machinery.
• Maintain clean work area and follow SDS and chemical handling requirements.
• Conduct QC testing and document production data.
• Set up equipment for production runs and ensure correct labeling and packaging.
• Perform equipment changeovers within required timeframes and quality standards.
• Follow 5S, TPM, and continuous improvement practices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand & power tools

Job description

General Duties

Safely operate filling, capping, sealing, casing, and other machinery that is necessary for packaging certain liquid and cast products in a manner that allows Ecolab to maintain production and quality standards. This includes but is not limited to:

• Wearing all appropriate personal protective equipment, maintaining a clean work area, following proper lifting and other work procedures, understanding SDS and the requirements of working with chemicals, following equipment procedures, etc.
• Determining packaging material needs from pack sheet and checking for proper codes on each material being used such as shells, cartons, dividers, bottles, caps, glue, tape, etc.
• Communicating with mixing personnel and leadership as well as completing all required QC testing and Walk the Line requirements including leadership sign offs on tests at the beginning and end of each production run to ensure that intermediate product being packaged is as specified and being put into the proper container.
• Effectively setting up and operating all equipment used in your department for preparation, filling, capping, casing, sealing and weighing during the production process for the particular finished product being run.
• Ensuring quality of filled containers as well as outer boxes in terms of proper weight and appearance including labeling accuracy, completeness and positioning, date code accuracy, legibility and position, container cleanliness, etc.
• Checking product and package appearance for any inconsistencies from specification. Unusual product or package appearance should be brought to the attention of the leader immediately.
• Conducting checks and documenting production and quality data as required.
• Packaging products per specification and when applicable to FDA guidelines and requirements, meaning in a manner that conforms with laws pertaining to transportation of chemicals, meets customer needs, and ensures that the product arrives at the destination intact.
• Performing equipment changeovers within the expected timeframes and to quality standards with safe and proper line start-ups
• Maintain work areas to standard by executing tasks related to systems of AM, CIL, 5S, Defect Handling, etc.
• Accurately maintain Vorne system and/or other production tracking systems
• Execute basic Safety and Quality system work pertaining to functional work areas and/or work tasks such as BBOs, Near Miss Identification and documentation, Quality observations, etc.
• Perform required SAP inventory and material usage transactions
• Other duties as required by business needs or as assigned by leadership within labor grade and lower job classifications once training is obtained.

Position Details

• Location: Channahon Rd
• Department: Liquids Pack
• Shift: Monday - Friday 2:00pm - 10:00pm (24/5 B)
• Pay Rate: $28.84 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Completingtraining and masteringskills required by the position (e.g., Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training)
• Experienceunderstandingand trackingsafety, 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 of Position

• Lifting/carryingup to 50lbs

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonableaccommodationto qualified individuals with a disability.

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 ournearly threemillion 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 andsafe 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 $21.52 - $32.28. 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.

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

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.

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 Affiantive 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.