Production Technician I

Ecolab•Kennesaw, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Production Technician I to work at its plant in Kennesaw, Georgia. The role supports production of products that help provide clean water, safe food, and healthy environments. The technician operates machinery and production equipment, follows standard procedures, and contributes to safety, quality, and continuous improvement in a collaborative team environment. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM, at $17.60 per hour, with some overtime. The role involves operating and setting up production lines, checking product quality, documenting data, assisting with changeovers, and maintaining a clean and safe workplace. It requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. Ecolab states that immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing plant environment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience completing training and mastering skills required by the position, such as Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training.
Experience understanding and tracking safety, quality, and productivity data.
Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools.
Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) and Continuous Improvement Systems.
Strong attention to detail and communication skills, and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery and processing or filling equipment to meet production goals.
Set up production lines correctly and perform core Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities.
Operate fillers, sleeve labelers, cappers, tape machines, bar coders, ink jet printers, hand wrenches, hand stamps, palletizers, and lid presses.
Review filling and packaging instructions and ensure the correct materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) are available.
Perform quality checks, including taking samples and monitoring fill weights.
Accurately document quality and productivity data in paper or electronic systems.
Assist with line changeovers and wash water collection.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Participate in Kaizens, 5S, and special projects to drive continuous improvement.
Identify and help eliminate sources of waste in systems and processes.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Matching 401(k), company-paid pension, and retirement health care benefits.
Employee stock purchase plans.
Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Discounted childcare and caregiver services; on-site childcare may be available at select locations.
Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
Auto, home, and pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Short-term incentives.
Vacation (12 days) and holidays.
Group legal services and employee assistance program.
Employee discount program.
Education assistance program.
On-site fitness facilities may be available at select locations.