Chemical Operator I

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Chemical Mixer. This role is responsible for mixing chemical batches by following standard formulas, applicable instructions and current standard operating procedures.

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, 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!

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What You Will 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

Position Details:

• Plant location: Clearing, IL
• Compensation package offered: $27.29/HR

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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 and accurately complete related documents

• Ability to read and match numbers on shipping records, labels, raw materials and finished goods

• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs

• Must be able to participate in respirator fitness, if required

• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

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.

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Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

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