R&D Pilot Plant Operator

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a R&D Pilot Plant Operator. This role is responsible for batch processing utilizing pilot plant equipment and facilities to support product and product scale-up developments.

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:

• Attend weekly scheduling meetings to update, review and discuss weekly projects and work and all safeties therein.
• Operate process equipment and safety handling of chemicals and undertake all necessary duties to achieve required pilot plant operations.
• Review BOM, procedures, and process objectives. Discuss all safety aspects related to raw materials and batch processes. Maintain a good understanding of SDS and help to procure raw materials on assigned products as needed.
• Resolve technical issues with basic problem-solving tools and implement short-term corrective actions.
• Weigh out required raw material components and carry out instructions on manufacturing procedure on batch processing with clear objectives.
• Properly clean out reactors and supporting equipment
• Proper handling and disposal of chemicals and wastes
• Safely collect samples, complete proper labeling, and ship out samples as well as ensuring proper storage of retained samples
• Operate fork truck, palletizers, scales, pumps, agitator, analytical balances, compressor, cooling water system, scrubber, etc.
• Maintain a working knowledge of SAP and Delta-V control system
  

Position Details:

• Plant location: Fresno, TX Pilot Plant
• Work week and shift: M-TH 5:00am - 5:00pm (May require shift-work and overtime when necessary)
• Compensation package offered: $34.00 - $40.00, depending on experience
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 7 years of industry experience working in the chemical plant environment with a good knowledge and understanding of reactors, blenders, pumps, scales, agitators, cooling water systems, and scrubbers.
• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity
  

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Basic computer skills and math
• Basic hand tools
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Safety oriented

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