Quality Technician

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Quality Technician at our Glenwood, IL location! This role is responsible for performing quality control tests on mechanical and electrical systems integral to Nalco's pretreatment equipment and chemical dosing offerings.

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:

• Perform hydrostatic, mechanical, and electrical tests on equipment based on standard procedures and document test results

• Troubleshoot, and potentially fix, issues that arise during testing

• Upload, configure, debug and troubleshoot programmable logic controller (PLC) programs and related control logic on equipment

• Use and install meters, power supplies, hoses, and other testing equipment

• Critically evaluate quality standards

• Interface with equipment design engineers to ensure electrical, mechanical, and control system tests are sufficient

• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings

• Oversee quality testing department to ensure schedule, quality, and safety standards are met

• Use overhead crane and safe rigging and maneuvering of loads in support of the various equipment assembly and preparation for shipment activities

• Operate a forklift and pallet jack

• Other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Plant location: Glenwood, IL

• Work week and shift: Monday - Friday 6:00AM - 2:30PM

• Compensation package offered: $30.00 / hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• 3 years of experience in an equipment assembly or electrical-related assignment

• 3 years of experience working on industrial equipment utilizing computerized (PLC) control systems to perform process operations

• Experience using hand and power tools and basic size/weight measuring devices

• Experience using electrical process calibration tools, including multi-meters, signal generators, and amprobes

• Experience with low voltage AC (<600VAC) and DC (<50VDC) circuit assembly

• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Physical Demands:

• This position requires regularly lifting and carrying 50lbs

• The work is performed in a shop environment (with exposure to dust, noise, odors)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a quality control related assignment

• NFPA 70E certification within the last five years

• Skilled trade degree or certification (Industrial Electrician training)

• Experience operating water pretreatment equipment

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings

• Knowledge of electrical safety, electrical code requirements and common types of control equipment

• Ability to wire simple circuitry and perform point-to-point terminations

• Basic computer skills (i.e., data entry, internet, e-mail, etc.)

• Good communication skills

• Ability to work independently

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

$30.00 / hour. This position pays an hourly rate and is eligible for overtime. 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.

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.