Chemical Plant Operator

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator. This role is responsible for mixing chemical batches by following standard formulas, applicable instructions and current standard operating procedures.

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 daily mix schedules and ensures the raw materials required are available

• Follow mix instructions and accurately adds raw materials to the mixes manually, using pumps or mixing systems

• Mix batches using variable agitation

• Perform routine observation of product during the mixing and filling process to ensure batch quality. Report any out-of-spec raw material, premixes or mixed batches and consults with Quality personnel on any batch adjustments.

• Properly cleans out all mix tanks

• Operate fork trucks, palletizers, scales, pumps and other material handling equipment to transport raw material and finished product

• Perform building and equipment preventative maintenance

• Perform other duties as assigned

Position Details:

• Plant location: McDonough, GA

• Work Week and shift: 1st shift, Monday - Friday, 6am - 2pm

• Work week and shift: 2nd shift, Monday - Friday, 2pm - 10pm

• Compensation package offered: $25.50

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

• 1 year of previous experience working in a chemical and/or manufacturing environment

• 1 year of experience in understanding systems, pumps, reading meters, basic Quality Control data, and tracking mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)

• 1 year of performing basic Quality Control tests (take samples, perform pH tests)

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

• 1 year of reading and match numbers on shipping records, labels, raw materials, and finished goods

• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs

• Must be able to participate in respirator fitness, if required

• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of chemistry

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

•  Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask

•  Excellent  communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team

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 beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.