Production Specialist

HOH Water Technology • Palatine, IL

just now • $21 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

HOH Water Technology is a leading, growing, third generation water treatment company celebrating 57 years of business! We are seeking a reliable, dedicated and enthusiastic Production Specialist to join our production and warehouse team. This role involves packaging water treatment chemicals and supporting various production and warehouse activities. This is an on-site, non-exempt position reporting to the Materials Manager.

What we offer:
Competitive Compensation: Hourly range $21-24 based on experience.
Excellent Schedule: This full-time position offers a schedule of Monday – Friday, 6:30am to 2:30pm. Overtime may be required on occasion.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance with generous employer contributions, HSA contributions ($1200 family/$800 Individual annually), 401K with company matching, 15 PTO Days/16 Paid Holidays (including extended holiday pay at the end of the year), Company Profit Sharing Bonus (budget projection for 2026, 3-4 weeks of additional pay) and more.
Engaging Culture: Our caring leadership and managers foster high engagement (4.62/5 Gallup Employee Engagement Q12 score) and we host team and company events.
Career Growth: Hands-on training, employee development, manager investment, and continuing education reimbursement

What You’ll Do:
Label and package Hazmat and non-Hazmat water treatment chemical drums and pails
Load and unload empty drums from incoming and outgoing trucks
Transport finished goods from the production area to the warehouse using a forklift
Support the Production team with chemical blending activities
Maintain, clean, and organize the Production and Warehouse areas
Follow all OSHA, DOT and company safety procedures related to chemical handling and HAZMAT packaging.
Participate in weekly inventory cycle counts
Provide general warehouse support as needed, including acting as a floater
What Will Make You Successful in This Role:
Detail-oriented and safety-focused
Comfortable working around chemicals and following strict procedures
Team-oriented with a positive attitude
Self-motivated and able to stay productive with minimal supervision
Committed to reliability and attendance

Requirements

• Must pass a Human Performance Evaluation (HPE), and Drug Screening
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must currently be 18 years of age
• Reliable form of transportation
• Manufacturing experience is required (2+ years).

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Label and package Hazmat and non-Hazmat water treatment chemical drums and pails
• Load and unload empty drums from incoming and outgoing trucks
• Transport finished goods from the production area to the warehouse using a forklift
• Support the Production team with chemical blending activities
• Maintain, clean, and organize the Production and Warehouse areas
• Follow all OSHA, DOT and company safety procedures related to chemical handling and HAZMAT packaging.
• Participate in weekly inventory cycle counts
• Provide general warehouse support as needed, including acting as a floater

Benefits

• Medical and Dental Insurance with generous employer contributions
• HSA contributions ($1200 family/$800 Individual annually)
• 401K with company matching
• 15 PTO Days/16 Paid Holidays (including extended holiday pay at the end of the year)
• Company Profit Sharing Bonus (budget projection for 2026, 3-4 weeks of additional pay)
• Hands-on training
• employee development
• manager investment
• continuing education reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed