Production Technician

About the role

Ecolab is seeking a Production Technician to join their team in City of Industry, CA. This role involves operating machinery and equipment, setting up production lines, performing quality checks, and contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

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
• 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: City of Industry, CA
• Work Week & Shift: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00pm - 6:30am

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role

Physical Requirements of Position

• Lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

What’s In It For You

• 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

Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability. Applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing. Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

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. Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

American 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.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.