Chemical Mixer

Chemical Plant Operator

Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive.

Ecolab is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator to join our team in Vancouver, WA. As a Chemical Plant Operator, you'll mix chemical batches by following standard formulas, applicable instructions and current standard operating procedures.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• 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 product during the mixing and filling process to ensure batch quality
• Report any out-of-spec raw material, premixes or mixed batches and consult with Quality personnel on any batch adjustments
• Properly clean 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:

Vancouver, WA

Work Week & Shift: Monday – Friday, rotating shifts of 4:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

What's Unique

About This Role:

• Be part of a team that directly supports Ecolab's mission to protect public health and the environment
• Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools and processes
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Forklift or equipment operating experience (heavy equipment, pulling trailers, etc.)
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Physical Requirements of Position:

• Lift and carry 50 lbs repeatedly, including lifting overhead
• Push/pull mobile pump and filter carts (up to 500 lbs) 10–20 times daily
• Lift hoses and fittings (up to 50 lbs) above shoulder height 10–40 times daily
• Carry hoses (5'–20', up to 50 lbs) 10–20 times daily
• Squat, bend, and climb (both ladders and steps) frequently
• Climb side ladders on tank trailers 10–20 times daily
• Frequently operate sit down forklift
• Wear rubber boots for entire shift
• Lift and dump 50 lb bags at waist height at least once per week
• Climb railcar ladders with fall arrest equipment 5–10 times per week
• Climb in/out of yard truck, connect/disconnect trailers, set wheel chocks 10–20 times per week
• Open wastewater press and slide plates 20–50 times per week
• Wear full slicker suit 1–2 hours, 5–10 times per week
• Wear full-face respirator 1–2 hours, 2–10 times per week

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year of chemical handling experience
• Basic knowledge of chemistry
• Previous experience working in a chemical or manufacturing environment
• 1 year of previous experience working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to read and match numbers on shipping records, labels, raw materials and finished goods
• Ability to use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

What's in it For You:

• Starting on Day 1:
  Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!
• 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

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…