Production Technician

Production Technician IJoin Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Ecolab is seeking a Production Technician I to join our team in Swannanoa, NC. As a Production Technician I, you'll help deliver products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. You'll operate machinery and equipment, follow standard procedures, and contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills, make a meaningful impact, and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment.How You'll Make an Impact:Operate machinery, process and/or filling equipment to meet production goalsSet up production lines correctly and perform core Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activitiesOperate equipment such as fillers, sleeve labelers, cappers, tape machines, bar coders, ink jet printers, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid pressesReview filling and packaging instructions and ensure correct materials and PPE are availablePerform quality checks, including taking samples and monitoring fill weightsDocument quality and productivity data accurately in paper or electronic systemsAssist with line changeovers and wash water collectionMaintain a clean and safe work environmentParticipate in Kaizens, 5S, and special projects to drive continuous improvementIdentify and help eliminate sources of waste in systems and processesPosition Details:Plant Location: Swannanoa, NC.Work Week & Shift: 1st shift, Monday - Thursday 6:00am - 4:00pmWhat's Unique About This Role:Be part of a team that directly supports Ecolab's mission to protect public health and the environmentGain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools and processesContribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellenceGrow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared successMinimum Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent1 year of experience in a plant or warehouse environmentNo immigration sponsorship available for this rolePhysical Requirements of Position:Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbsEcolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.Preferred Qualifications:Experience completing training and mastering skills required by the position (e.g., Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training)Experience understanding and tracking safety, quality, and productivity dataMechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power toolsExperience with Total Production Management (TPM) and Continuous Improvement SystemsStrong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to work as part of a teamWhat'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 environmentsThe ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growthThe support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our bestAbout 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 rate is $17.50 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.BenefitsEcolab 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 NoticeTo 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.