Production Operator

Ecolab Inc.; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab Inc. is seeking a Production Operator at their King of Prussia facility. This role involves mixing chemical batches following standard protocols and requires a high school diploma and experience in manufacturing. The position offers a competitive wage and comprehensive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

Matching 401k and company paid pension

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry.
• Ability to perform basic Quality Control tests.

Responsibilities

• Mix chemical batches following standard formulas and operating procedures.
• Operate material handling equipment like forklifts.
• Perform routine observation to ensure batch quality.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Safely

Ability to Multitask

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ecolab, Purolite Resins, the world leader in resin-based separation, purification and extraction technology, is seeking a Production Operator at our state-of-the-art manufacturing site in King of Prussia.

We manufacture products which help our customers around the globe, mainly in pharmaceutical and life science sectors, with technology which are critical to safe manufacture of their products. It’s an exciting business which helps make the world cleaner, safer and healthier.

This role is responsible for mixing chemical batches by following standard formulas, applicable instructions and current standard operating procedures.

This role is based in King of Prussia, PA and requires you to work 12-hour shifts and weekends as per business needs.

What’s in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy 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!
• A world-leading international organization, benefitting from a diverse, multinational team
• A fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly growing environment
• Manufacture of high-quality technical products, developed hand-in-hand with leading minds in the industry
• Entrepreneurial workplace culture with a flat management structure, encouraging new approaches and ideas

What you’ll do:

• Review daily mix schedules and ensures the raw materials required are available.
• Follow mix instructions and accurately adds raw materials to the mixes manually, using pumps or mixing systems.
• Perform routine observation of product during the mixing and filling process to ensure batch quality. Report any out-of-spec raw material, premixes or mixed batches and consults with Quality personnel on any batch adjustments.
• Properly cleans out all mix tanks.
• Operate fork trucks, palletizers, scales, pumps and other material handling equipment to transport raw material and finished product.
• Perform building and equipment preventative maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll need:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Ability to understand systems, pumps, read meters, basic Quality Control data and to track mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)
• Ability to perform basic Quality Control tests (take samples, perform pH tests)
• Excellent attention to detail; must be able to simultaneously mix several tanks andaccurately complete related documents.
• Ability to read and match numbers on shipping records, labels, raw materials and finished goods.
• Previous experience working in a chemical and/or manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Position Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam.
• No immigration sponsorship offered for this role therefore ability to work in the US must already have been obtained.
• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs.
• Must be able to participate in respirator fitness, if required.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

Additional Job Description

Ecolab, Purolite Resins, the world leader in resin-based separation, purification and extraction technology, is seeking a Production Operator at our state-of-the-art manufacturing site in King of Prussia.

We manufacture products which help our customers around the globe, mainly in pharmaceutical and life science sectors, with technology which are critical to safe manufacture of their products. It’s an exciting business which helps make the world cleaner, safer and healthier.

This role is responsible for mixing chemical batches by following standard formulas, applicable instructions and current standard operating procedures.

This role is based in King of Prussia, PA and requires you to work 12-hour shifts and weekends as per business needs.

What’s in it For You:

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy 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!

Click Here to see our benefits.

Why choose Ecolab?

• A world-leading international organization, benefitting from a diverse, multinational team
• A fast-paced, dynamic, and rapidly growing environment
• Manufacture of high-quality technical products, developed hand-in-hand with leading minds in the industry
• Entrepreneurial workplace culture with a flat management structure, encouraging new approaches and ideas

What you’ll do:

• Review daily mix schedules and ensures the raw materials required are available.
• Follow mix instructions and accurately adds raw materials to the mixes manually, using pumps or mixing systems.
• Mix batches using variable agitation.
• Perform routine observation of product during the mixing and filling process to ensure batch quality. Report any out-of-spec raw material, premixes or mixed batches and consults with Quality personnel on any batch adjustments.
• Properly cleans out all mix tanks.
• Operate fork trucks, palletizers, scales, pumps and other material handling equipment to transport raw material and finished product.
• Perform building and equipment preventative maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll need:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work safely and efficiently.
• Ability to understand systems, pumps, read meters, basic Quality Control data and to track mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)
• Ability to perform basic Quality Control tests (take samples, perform pH tests)
• Excellent attention to detail; must be able to simultaneously mix several tanks andaccurately complete related documents.
• Ability to read and match numbers on shipping records, labels, raw materials and finished goods.
• Previous experience working in a chemical and/or manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of chemistry.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Position Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam.
• No immigration sponsorship offered for this role therefore ability to work in the US must already have been obtained.
• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs.
• Must be able to participate in respirator fitness, if required.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

$27.00-$29.00 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

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.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.

- 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.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

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