Logistics Associate II

Ecolab is seeking a Logistics Associate II to join our team in Eagan, MN. This role plays a critical support function by managing raw materials, packaging, and chemicals to ensure uninterrupted production activities.

Responsibilities

• Receive and stage raw materials and packaging accurately for production using SAP and RF scanning tools.
• Manage bring-backs from production, ensuring materials are correctly identified, labeled, returned to inventory, or staged per procedure.
• Clear and organize warehouse and production floors, including physical putaways, removal of empty drums, trash, and excess materials.
• Apply salvage tags and handle salvage material in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements.
• Take, label, document, and stage chemical samples following defined sampling processes, SAP updates, and sample tracking.
• Perform putaways for raw materials and packaging, updating inventory records and packaging sheets as required.
• Coordinate with Production and Logistics to confirm priorities, staging locations, and material availability during off-shift operations.
• Follow unloading and material handling procedures when supporting off-shift deliveries, including preliminary quality checks and labeling.
• Use SAP and RF scanners to complete inventory transactions, reprint SU tags, and maintain accurate digital records.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment throughout the shift, including ownership of at least one 5S area.
• Support cycle counts and inventory accuracy activities as assigned.
• Communicate issues, shortages, safety concerns, and quality defects to appropriate teams and document per expectations.
• Follow all safety procedures and policies, and all warehouse procedures and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 years of logistics experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• 3 years of forklift operating experience.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills to effectively manage off-shift decision making and coordinate timely problem solving across teams.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy, labeling, and documentation.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with Production and Logistics during off-shift operations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively.
• Comfortability in environments with exposure to noise, temperature variation, and industrial equipment.
• Commitment to quality standards, including identification and communication of damaged or nonconforming materials.
• Strong adherence to all safety policies, life-critical rules, and PPE requirements.

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 logistics systems and warehouse operations.
• Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success.

Pay

$27.00/hour.

Schedule

Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, and paid parental leave.
• Access to select discounted childcare resources and more starting on Day 1.
• 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 and short-term incentives.
• Vacation (12 days) and holidays.
• Employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates).
• Discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services.
• Employee assistance program and employee discount program.
• Education assistance program.
• On-site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.