Production Technician I

Ecolab•Asheville, NC

11d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Ecolab is seeking a Production Technician I to join our team in Asheville, North Carolina. As a Production Technician I, you’ll help deliver products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. You’ll operate machinery and equipment, follow standard procedures, and contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills, make a meaningful impact, and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment. How You’ll Make an Impact: Operate machinery, process and/or filling equipment to meet production goals Set up production lines correctly and perform core Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities Operate equipment such as 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 correct materials and PPE are available Perform quality checks, including taking samples and monitoring fill weights Document quality and productivity data accurately 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 Position Details: Plant Location: Asheville, North Carolina Shift: 1st shift Compensation: $17.51 per hour 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

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Previous experience in a plant or warehouse environment
No immigration sponsorship available for this role
Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

Experience completing training and mastering skills required by the position (e.g., 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, communication skills, and ability to work as part of a team

Responsibilities

Operate machinery, process and/or filling equipment to meet production goals
Set up production lines correctly and perform core Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities
Operate equipment such as 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 correct materials and PPE are available
Perform quality checks, including taking samples and monitoring fill weights
Document quality and productivity data accurately 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
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
retirement health care benefits
short-term incentives
vacation (12 days)
holidays
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