JOB DESCRIPTION Additional Job Description

Ecolab, the global leader of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Forklift Operator to join our team in Joliet, IL.

This role is responsible for the accurate and timely picking, packing, preparation, and shipping of all customer orders.

Additionally, the role is responsible for accurate material handling and cycle count functions.

What’s in it For You :

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

Comprehensive benefits package starting day one of employment including medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

to see our benefits.

What You Will Do :

Manually picks full-case orders and stacks them onto pallets using a scanner / tablet

Ensure proper staging and identification once an order has been completely picked

Use various pieces of equipment (manual pallet jack, electric pallet jack, reach truck and propane lift) to move pallets

Verify quantities, quality of items and proper labeling of products that are being shipped

Examine all packaging and contents of items for quality

Verify all packaging information against the packing list and SAP

Coordinate with other departments such as customer service, production, instant and small pack

Manage shipping box assembly, induction for packaging and label preparation / application

Load trailers with packed boxes and pallets

Identify items with a quantity discrepancy and promptly communicate with Supervisor and / or Lead

Maintain the 5S cleanliness of the picking area and pulls completed shrink-wrapped orders to the dock for packers

Follow all safety procedures and policies

Follow all warehouse procedures and policies

Other duties as assigned

Position Details :

Plant location : Joliet, IL

Shift details : NIGHTS 6 PM - 6 AM W1 : MTFSa, W2 : SuWTh

Compensation package offered : $21.41 / hr starting with $0.60 shift diff

Minimum Qualifications :

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year of plant or warehouse experience

1 year of stand-up forklift operating experience

No immigration sponsorship offered for this role

Physical Demands :

Must be able to lift / carry 50lbs

Must be able to pass a drug screen

Preferred Qualifications :

Excellent communication and time management skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.to see our benefits.

Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and 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. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of 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.

Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

Last updated : 2024-06-04