Chemical Plant Operator I

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 Chemical Plant Operator I to join our team in McDonough, GA. As a Chemical Plant Operator I, you’ll help deliver the products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. You’ll be responsible for operating and controlling chemical processing systems and equipment to produce high-quality products safely and efficiently. This is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic environment while contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.  

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Review daily mix schedules and confirm availability of required raw materials to ensure smooth production flow 

• Accurately add raw materials to mixing systems using manual methods, pumps, or automated equipment, following standard mix instructions 

• Operate mixing equipment with variable agitation to achieve consistent batch quality 

• Monitor product quality throughout the mixing and filling process, identifying and reporting any out-of-spec materials or batches 

• Partner with Quality team members to resolve batch discrepancies and ensure compliance with standards 

• Perform thorough cleaning of all mix tanks and associated equipment to maintain a safe and sanitary work environment 

• Operate forklifts, palletizers, scales, pumps, and other material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods 

• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on production equipment and facility systems 

• Maintain accurate production records and equipment logs 

• Contribute to a culture of safety by following all Ecolab safety protocols and participating in safety initiatives 

• Collaborate with team members to identify and implement process improvements aligned with Ecolab’s continuous improvement goals 

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant operations and team success 

Position Details: 

• Plant Location: McDonough, GA 

• Work Week & Shift: 1st shift Monday - Friday 6am - 2pm

• Work Week & Shift: 2nd shift Monday - Friday 2pm - 10pm

• Work Week & Shift: 3rd shift Sunday -Thursday from 10:00 p.m.- 6:00 a.m.

• Compensation: $25.55 ph with some OT  with shift differential

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 chemical processing systems and industry-leading safety practices 

• Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent 

• 1 year of  experience with industrial manufacturing (large batch) mixing experience, mixing multiple tanks at once

• 1 year of experience in chemical mixing  

• No immigration sponsorship available for this role  

Physical Requirements of Position: 

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high 

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working safely and efficiently in a chemical or manufacturing environment 

• Ability to understand systems, pumps, read meters, basic Quality Control data and to track mixing and quality information (mix logs, batch adjustments, etc.) 

• Ability to perform basic Quality Control tests (perform pH testing, take samples) 

• Excellent attention to detail; must be able to simultaneously mix several tanks and accurately complete related documents 

• Experience operating a Raymond Forklift  

• Basic knowledge of chemistry and chemical handling 

• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools 

• Excellent organizational and communication skills 

• Experience working effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment  

What’s in it For You:  

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!  

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments  

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth  

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best  

About Ecolab: 

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.