Production Technician II

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 Production Technician II to join our team in Joliet, IL. As a Production Technician II, you’ll help deliver products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. In this role, you’ll operate and control equipment that processes chemical substances into specified products. You’ll follow standard procedures, monitor chemical reactions, and contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on opportunity to deepen your technical skills, make a meaningful impact, and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment.  

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• 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, either manually or through automated systems 
• Adjust controls and instrumentation to maintain optimal process conditions, including temperature, pressure, and flow rates 
• Conduct in-process sampling and quality checks to confirm product integrity and adherence to standards 
• Accurately document production data, equipment readings, and any deviations or malfunctions during the shift 
• Support line changeovers and sanitation procedures to maintain operational readiness 
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and Kaizen activities, to enhance safety, quality, and productivity 
• 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 

Position Details: 

• Plant Location: Joliet, IL
• Work Week & Shift: 2:00pm-10:00pm
• Pay Rate: $29.99 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 chemical processing systems 
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence 
• Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success  

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High School diploma or equivalent 
• One year of experience in a plant, warehouse, or chemical processing environment 
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Physical Requirements of Position: 

• Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs 

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

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 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 

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.

The pay rate for position is $29.99 per hour. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits 

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 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, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, 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, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.