Production Technician I

Ecolab•McDonough, GA

2d•$17 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Ecolab is hiring a Production Technician to operate and control equipment that processes chemical substances into specified products. The role involves following standard procedures, monitoring chemical reactions, and supporting a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The position is based at the McDonough, Georgia plant and is scheduled Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 12 a.m., with some weekends. The listed starting compensation is $21.45 per hour; the stated pay range is $17.11–$25.67 per hour. The technician operates chemical processing equipment and systems, interprets plant specifications, controls material flow and process conditions, performs sampling and quality checks, and documents production information. The role also supports changeovers, sanitation, 5S and Kaizen activities, waste reduction, and maintaining a clean, compliant work area. The position requires lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. Ecolab does not offer immigration sponsorship for this role.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing plant or chemical processing environment.
Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.

Nice To Haves

Complete training and master position-related skills, 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 the ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment and systems to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient production.
Interpret plant specifications to determine required ingredients, product parameters, and procedural modifications.
Initiate and regulate the flow of materials through equipment such as heating vessels and mixing tanks, manually or through automated systems.
Adjust controls and instrumentation to maintain process conditions, including temperature, pressure, and flow rates.
Conduct in-process sampling and quality checks to confirm product integrity and adherence to standards.
Document production data, equipment readings, and deviations or malfunctions during the shift.
Support line changeovers and sanitation procedures.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and Kaizen activities.
Identify and communicate opportunities to reduce waste and improve process efficiency.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment in accordance with safety and quality protocols.