Chemical Plant Operator I

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 seeking a Chemical Plant Operator I to join our team in Eagan, MN. As a Chemical Plant Operator I , y ou’ll help deliver the products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. Y ou’ll be responsible for operating and 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.

How You’ll Make 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, identifying and 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 to maintain a 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

Maintain accurate production records and equipment logs

Contribute to a culture of safety by following all Ecolab safety protocols and participating in safety initiatives

Collaborate with team members to identify and implement process improvements aligned with Ecolab’s continuous improvement goals

Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations and team success

Position Details :
Plant Location: Eagan, MN

Work Week & Shift: Monday-Friday 10:30pm-7am

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 :
High S chool D iploma , GED or equivalent

1+ year of experience with industrial (large batch) mixing experience, mixing multiple tanks at once

1+ years of experience in 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 working safely and efficiently in a chemical or manufacturing environment

Ability to understand systems, pumps, read meters, basic Q uality C ontrol data and to track mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)

Ability to perform basic Q uality C ontrol tests ( perform pH testing, take sampl es )

Excellent attention to detail ; must be able to simultaneously mix several tanks and accurately complete related document s

Experience operating a Forklift

Basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical handling

Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Experience working effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

What’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 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

About 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 beginners mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
The pay range for this position is $28.10 - $42.15. 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 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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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)
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.