Chemical Mixer

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets, is searching for a Chemical Mixer to join our team at our Pilot Plant location in Eagan, MN.

Position Details:

• Shift: 3rd Shift, Sunday evening – Friday morning , 11:00PM – 7:00AM
• Compensation package offered: $22/hour $0.50/hour shift differential

Note: Employee will work on 1st Shift (Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm) until training is completed before moving to 3rd Shift (approx. 2 weeks)

What’s in it For You:

• Opportunity for a long term career path
• Access to best in class resources, tools, and technology
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more! 

What you will do:

• Adheres to all federal, local, and departmental safety, quality, and environmental regulations and policies, and to conduct himself/herself at all times in a manner so as to avoid endangering self, coworkers, equipment, property, surrounding community, and the environment.
• Identifies and uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and other tools/equipment provided by Ecolab to safely perform the job and holds teammates accountable to do the same. Tools used may include but are not limited to: drum tippers and movers, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• Identifies and corrects unsafe conditions before the condition becomes a problem. Escalates any potential safety, quality or inefficiency issues to Production Team Leaders. Actively participates in safety training programs and promotes a safety culture.
• Owns the entire process of mixing chemical batches according to specifications, including accurate measuring raw materials, setting up equipment, monitoring process and cleaning up.
• Ensures raw materials are available in the PSA (Product Supply Area) for mixing operations to be completed.
• Sets up and operates the equipment that fills the final container with the finished product.
• Ensures filling equipment settings are correct to manage the amount of product flow, product temperature, and other variables that may affect production.
• Ensures that mix instructions and specifications (experimental and in-line) are followed as written. Notifies Team Leader and Engineering of any potential deviations needed and gains support before proceeding.
• Performs routine observation of product during the mixing and filling process to ensure batch quality, and brings any issues to the manager. Reports any out-of-spec raw materials, premixes or mixed batches.
• Manufactures batches according to ICR and GMP procedures.
• Collaborates with Production Team Leaders and Plant Engineering to facilitate efficient production, platform upgrades, and new equipment validations.
• Reviews the status of operations with the next shift (as applicable) to ensure continued operation of the plant and to produce a quality products in a safe and efficient manner.
• Owns a specific work area by operating, maintaining, and improving the area to deliver performance targets (safety, quality, and manufacturing metrics). Maintains work areas consistent with the TPM program.
• Improves existing industrial manufacturing standards.
• Operates Fork Lifts and other material handling equipment appropriately and safely.
• Performs building and equipment preventative maintenance.
• Develops and drives an annual individual performance and development plan. Regularly assesses progress against the plan and proactively identifies any barriers to achieving the plan.
• Participates in process transfers, Job Safety Analysis, continuous improvement and loss elimination projects, and other Supply Chain and/or Research & Development initiatives.
• Performs batch adjustments as needed.
• Assumes and completes other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Work requires the level of educational development normally acquired through completion of a high school degree or equivalent
• Ability to meet physical demands, including frequent standing, reaching, and handling; lifting up to 55 lbs. and moving up to 600 lb. drums with the appropriate equipment
• Ability to work in conditions where exposure to noise, dust, odor, and/or temperature extremes may exist
• Strong record of safe work practices, leading by example and holding teammates accountable to safe work practices
• Strong record of quality and reliability
• Self-directed with a demonstrated initiative to continuously improve the work center and working environment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in plant operations, preferably in a chemical plant
• Previous mixing experience, preferably chemical mixing
• Demonstrated desire to learn and grow within chemical operations
• Recognized as a leader by peers, Team Leaders, and other departments
• Positive attitude

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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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and 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. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of 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). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

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 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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