Chemical Plant Operator

Overview

Ecolab, the global leader of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional, and industrial markets, is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator to join our team in Texarkana, TX. 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.

• 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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• Plant
  
  Location:
  
  Texarkana, TX
• Work Week &
  
  Shift:
  Monday - Thursday, 2:00pm - 12:00am (midnight). This position requires flexibility to work various shifts, as needed.
• Compensation Package Offered: $23.17 / hour

• Review daily mix schedules and confirm availability of required raw materials to ensure smooth production flow
• Accurately add raw materials to mixing systems using manual methods, pumps, or automated equipment, following standard mix instructions
• Operate mixing equipment with variable agitation to achieve consistent batch quality
• Monitor product quality throughout the mixing and filling process, identifying and reporting any out-of-spec materials or batches
• Partner with Quality team members to resolve batch discrepancies and ensure compliance with standards
• Perform thorough cleaning of all mix tanks and associated equipment to maintain a safe and sanitary work environment
• Operate forklifts, palletizers, scales, pumps, and other material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Maintain accurate production records and equipment logs
• Contribute to a culture of safety by following all Ecolab safety protocols and participating in safety initiatives
• Collaborate with team members to identify and implement process improvements aligned with Ecolab s continuous improvement goals
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations and team success

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience with industrial (large batch) mixing and mixing multiple tanks at once
• Previous experience in chemical mixing
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role

• This position requires regularly lifting and carrying 50 lbs.

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.

• Experience working safely and efficiently in a chemical or manufacturing environment
• Ability to understand systems, pumps, read meters, basic Quality Control data and to track mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.)
• Ability to perform basic Quality Control tests (perform pH testing, take samples)
• Excellent attention to detail; must be able to simultaneously mix several tanks and accurately complete related documents
• Basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical handling
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience working effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

• Annual or Hourly Compensation Range: $23.17 / hour. This position pays an hourly rate and is eligible for overtime. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.
• Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans, on-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations, and more.  
  
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