Production Operator

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Production Operator. This role is responsible for utilizing simple hand and power tools to assemble, manufacture, disassemble, repair, sort, and inspect small soap-dispensing units and larger sub-assembly machines.

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:

• Assembles light mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic components to exact specifications
• Performs simple hydraulic and electrical checks to ensure the proper function of assembled equipment
• Performs assigned re-manufacturing operations including disassembly, minor repairs, sorting, cleaning, polishing, inspection and re-assembly
• Works from process and specifications sheets
• Accurately processes necessary paperwork related to labor reporting and record keeping
• Utilizes TPM tools improve safety, efficiency, increase service to our customers and reduce cost
• Proactively communicates maintenance needs, quality issues or other situations that impact safety, quality or productivity to the appropriate leader
• Ensures constant communication with management on daily activities and losses
• Assists in training teammates
• Other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Plant location: Joliet, IL
• Work week and shift: Days W1: MTFSa, W2: SuWTh 6am to 6pm OR Nights W1: MTFSa, W2: SuWTh 6pm to 6am
• Compensation package offered: $22.34 - $23.91/hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience in plant or warehouse
• Ability to use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers, fractions, percentages, and decimals
• Immigration Sponsorship not available for this opportunity

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
• Must be able to stand upwards of 10 hours
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam

Preferred Qualifications:

• Collaborative and team-orientated
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good time-management and communication skills

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

$22.34 - $23.91/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 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/alcoho