Quality Technician

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Quality Technician at our Glenwood, IL location! This role is responsible for performing quality control tests on mechanical and electrical systems integral to Nalco’s pretreatment equipment and chemical dosing offerings.

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!
  
  

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What You Will Do

• Perform hydrostatic, mechanical, and electrical tests on equipment based on standard procedures and document test results
• Troubleshoot, and potentially fix, issues that arise during testing
• Upload, configure, debug and troubleshoot programmable logic controller (PLC) programs and related control logic on equipment
• Use and install meters, power supplies, hoses, and other testing equipment
• Critically evaluate quality standards
• Interface with equipment design engineers to ensure electrical, mechanical, and control system tests are sufficient
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Oversee quality testing department to ensure schedule, quality, and safety standards are met
• Use overhead crane and safe rigging and maneuvering of loads in support of the various equipment assembly and preparation for shipment activities
• Operate a forklift and pallet jack
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Position Details

• Plant location: Glenwood, IL
• Work week and shift: Monday-Friday 6AM – 2:30PM, OT eligible
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent

3 years of experience in an equipment assembly or electrical-related assignment

3 years of experience working on industrial equipment utilizing computerized (PLC) control systems to perform process operations

Experience using hand and power tools and basic size/weight measuring devices

Experience using electrical process calibration tools, including multi-meters, signal generators, and amprobes

Experience with low voltage AC (<600VAC) and DC (<50VDC) circuit assembly

Basic computer skills (i.e., data entry, internet, e-mail, etc.)

No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Physical Demands

• This position requires regularly lifting and carrying 50lbs
• As a pre-requisite, this position requires a passing drug screen and physical exam
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a quality control related assignment
• NFPA 70E certification within the last five years
• Skilled trade degree or certification (Industrial Electrician training)
• Experience operating water pretreatment equipment
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Knowledge of electrical safety, electrical code requirements and common types of control equipment
• Ability to wire simple circuitry and perform point-to-point terminations
• Ability to work in a shop environment (with exposure to dust, noise, odors)
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently
  
  

Annual Or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $44,500.00 - $66,700.00. 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 strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.

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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.
  
  

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.

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.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). 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.