Production Technician

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional andindustrial marketsis seeking Production Technicians. This role is responsible for operating, filling, packaging and tote washing. These openings are due to recent significant growth -- multiple shifts available!

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:

• Review filling and packaging instructions at beginning of line runs. Ensurethe correct packaging materials are available. Ensure the correct Personal Protective Equipment is available and other safety procedures are understood and followed.
• Ensure the line is set up correctly per the filling and packaging instructions
• Operate filling and packaging equipment continually. Types of equipment could include filler, sleeve labeler, cappers, tape machine, bar coders, ink jet printer, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid presses. Adjust equipment to control weight, closures, or other as required by the specifications.
• Take samples and keeps area clean
• Actively participate in Kaizens, 5S, and special projects
• Continuingly identify opportunities for system and process waste elimination
• Complete and document activities that measure quality and productivity in an accurate and timely manner. This could include taking weights and performing basic quality tests. Enter results on paper or inelectronic systems.
• Complete packaging and filling assignment meeting or exceeding the standards
• Assist with line changeover, including the collection of wash water
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Plant location:Huntington, IN
• Work week and shift:
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 3:00 PM-11:30 PM
• Overtime on Saturdays (may include every Saturday)
• Compensation package offered:$19.28/hour + .35 shift differential

NOTICE:

• Upon completion of 120-day probationary period you will earn .50 more per hour.
• Ability to earn more through Skill Level certifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma orGED
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Previous machine operator experience
• Ability to use small hand tools for minor machine adjustments.
• Ability to use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers, fractions, percentages, and decimals
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
• Must be able to pass a drug screen

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previousexperience in plant or warehouse
• Ability to complete training and master skills that are required by position (including but not limited to Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training)
• Ability to understand and track safety, quality and productivity data, including run rates, fill weights, and averages
• Mechanical aptitude
• Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) & Continuous Improvement Systems
• Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work as part of a team

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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