Batch Chemical Mixer, Afternoon

R00196280

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Chemical Mixer (Afternoon shift). This role is responsible for mixing chemical batches by following formulas, instructions and current standard operating procedures and will be responsible for all aspects of mixing and bulk loading.

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity for a long term career path with access to best in class resources, tools, and technology
• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment, including medical, dental, vision, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world

What You Will Do

• Upon demonstrating job proficiency, guide new hire Mixer associates in accountabilities and mixing processes, as directed by management.
• Review daily mix schedules and ensure the raw materials required are available.
• Read specification sheet to identify types and quantities of raw materials needed for product, weighing materials as required.
• Follow mix instructions and add materials according to the process outlined on specification sheet, either by manually adding product or operating pumps. Focus on ensuring all mixed/filled product meets Ecolab quality standards.
• Follow specifications for ingredient sequencing, batch timing, heating, cooling and agitation. Operate controls of mixer equipment and monitor for failures or problems during mixing process.
• Receive and ship all bulk chemicals.
• Operate pumping stations to move liquid raw materials from storage tanks to mixing tank.
• Demonstrate flexibility in completing other duties as assigned, including other departments.
• Work in a safe manner and strive for zero work-related lost time incidents. Understand and follow safety practices/procedures, WHMIS and TDG. Ensure proper/safe use of equipment, safeguards, PPE and hazardous materials. Report work-related hazards/incidents to supervisor without delay.
• Ensure forklifts are safe and functional for the workday before using.
• Operate controls to transfer batches into hold tanks or fill directly into containers. Wash lines and product tanks.
• Complete accurate documentation for all products produced including mixing sheets, drug records, mixing logs, inventory control reports, and batch reports and enter data into computer as required.
• Retrieve materials from warehouse using a forklift, Reach truck, or other equipment.
• As required, perform the duties of Backup Production Associate or Backup Plant Receiver.
• Obtain samples for quality tests in laboratories and perform pH and other tests on samples as required.
• Maintain mixing and surrounding area in a clean and orderly manner including disposal of waste from compactor. Responsible for general housekeeping and cleanliness of equipment and work.
• Constantly monitor quality of raw materials and mixed products by watching colour, texture and density.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of yield, loss, scrap, efficiencies and quality.

Position Details

• Plant location: Mississauga, ON
• Working hours: Monday to Friday from 2:45pm to 11:00pm

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Ability to use basic math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division of whole numbers, fractions, percentages, and decimals
• No immigration sponsorship available for this role
• One year experience in plant or warehouse
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a strong team focus

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail, good communicator and a team member
• Ability to understand and track safety, quality and productivity data, including run rates, fill weights, and averages
• Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) & Continuous Improvement Systems
• Ability to meet physical requirements of position
• Chemical manufacturing experience
• Ability to complete training and master skills that are required by position (including but not limited to Hazardous Material Safety and TDG training)
• Mechanical aptitude

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.