Chemical Plant Operator I

Job Duties

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career?Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Ecolab is seekingaChemical PlantOperator Ito join our teamin Eagan, MN. As a Chemical PlantOperator I,you'llhelpdeliver the products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world.You'llbe responsible foroperatingand controlling chemical processing systems and equipment to produce high-quality products safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic environment while contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

HowYou'llMake an Impact:

Review daily mix schedules and confirm availability of required raw materials to ensure smooth production flow

Accurately add raw materials to mixing systems using manual methods, pumps, or automated equipment, following standard mix instructions

Operate mixing equipment with variable agitation to achieve consistent batch quality

Monitor product quality throughout the mixing and filling process,identifyingand reporting any out-of-spec materials or batches

Partner with Quality team members to resolve batch discrepancies and ensure compliance with standards

Perform thorough cleaning of all mix tanks and associated equipment tomaintaina safe and sanitary work environment

Operate forklifts, palletizers, scales, pumps, and other material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods

Conduct routine preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems

Maintainaccurateproduction records and equipment logs

Contribute to a culture of safety by following all Ecolab safety protocols andparticipatingin safety initiatives

Collaborate with team members toidentifyand implement process improvementsaligned with Ecolab's continuous improvement goals

Performadditionalduties as assigned to support plant operations and team success

Position Details:

Plant Location: Eagan, MN

Work Week & Shift: Monday-Thursday, 6AM-4:30PM

What's Unique About This Role:

Be part of a team that directly supports Ecolab's mission to protect public health and the environment

Gain hands-on experience with chemical processing systems and industry-leading safety practices

Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success

Minimum Qualifications:

HighSchoolDiploma,GEDor equivalent

Previousexperience with industrial (large batch) mixingexperience,mixing multiple tanks at once

Previousexperiencein chemical mixing

No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Physical Requirements of Position:

Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience workingsafely and efficiently in a chemical or manufacturing environment

Ability to understand systems,pumps,readmeters,basicQualityControl data and to trackmixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)

Ability to performbasicQualityControl tests (performpH testing,takesamples)

Excellentattention to detail;must be able to simultaneously mix several tanks and accurately complete related documents

Experienceoperatinga Forklift

Basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical handling

Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Experience workingeffectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

What'sin it For You:

Starting onDay 1: Access to our comprehensivebenefits packageincluding 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 andshape your careerwith 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 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 toeliminatingunnecessary 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 for this role is $28.10 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 herefor additional benefits information.If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits atjobs.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 Affirmative 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.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

None

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55121

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R00306719

Job Benefits

Not specified