Chemical Operator I
About The Position
Ecolab is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator I to join our team in Montgomery, Alabama as a Chemical Plant Operator I, you’ll help deliver the products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. You’ll be responsible for operating and controlling chemical processing systems and equipment to produce high-quality products safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic environment while contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- 1 year of previous experience working in a chemical and/or manufacturing environments
- 1 year of experience understanding systems, pumps, read meters, basic Quality Control data, and track mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)
- 1 year of experience 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
- Ability to read and match numbers on shipping records, labels, raw materials, and finished goods
- No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity
- Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- Review daily mix schedules and ensure the raw materials required are available
- Follow mix instructions and accurately add raw materials to the mixes manually, using pumps or mixing systems
- Mix batches using variable agitation
- Perform routine observation of the product during the mixing and filling process to ensure batch quality. Report any out-of-spec raw material, premises, 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
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- matching 401K
- company-paid pension
- stock purchase plan
- paid parental leave
- select discounted childcare resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
