Chemical Mixer

Ecolab•Vancouver, WA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

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. This role is crucial in supporting Ecolab's mission to protect public health and the environment. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools and processes, contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence, and grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

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 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

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
matching 401K
company-paid pension
stock purchase plan
paid parental leave
select discounted childcare resources
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 (Full-Time Associates)
discount on day care services and caregiver services
adoption assistance
group legal services
employee assistance program
employee discount program
education assistance program
on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations