Production Technician-1

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 Production Technician I to join our team in Huntington, Indiana. 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 goals 

• Set up production lines correctly and perform core Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities 

• Operate equipment such as fillers, sleeve labelers, cappers, tape machines, bar coders, ink jet printers, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid presses 

• Review filling and packaging instructions and ensure correct materials and PPE are available 

• Perform quality checks, including taking samples and monitoring fill weights 

• Document quality and productivity data accurately in paper or electronic systems 

• Assist with line changeovers and wash water collection 

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment 

• Participate in Kaizens, 5S, and special projects to drive continuous improvement 

• Identify and help eliminate sources of waste in systems and processes

Position Details: 

• Location: Huntington, IN

• Shift: 3rd shift (10:45pm-7:00am)

• Compensation: $19.23 per hour

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 industry-leading tools and processes 

• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence 

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

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High School diploma or equivalent 

• Previous experience in a plant or warehouse environment 

• No immigration sponsorship available for this role 

Physical Demands: 

• Position requires lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs 

• Position requires passing a drug screen and physical exam 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience using basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, and decimals 

• Experience completing training and mastering skills required by the position (e.g., Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training) 

• Experience understanding and tracking