Maintenance Mechanic I at Ecolab in Glenwood, IL

Job description

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Ecolab is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to join our team in Glenwood, IL. As a Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll be responsible for applying Ecolab standards, and ensuring safe, sustainable, and efficient operations to maintain plant equipment and infrastructure. You will participate in essential TPM tasks, including safety and environmental procedures, progressive quality initiatives, autonomous maintenance, focused improvement, preventive maintenance, and 5S practices. How You’ll Make an Impact: Understand and comply with SH&E standards, actively promote safe and responsible behavior, and positively challenge any unsafe practices by completing monthly safety observations Proactively propose and implement improvements to existing work practices an d quality of products Look for and record non-conformances on equipment and report to Engineering Contribute to root cause analysis and develop solutions to help with quality management Monitor effectiveness of maintenance activities to maximize equipment availability Implement continuous improvement activities via problem solving or tagging activities, contribute fully to TPM improvement teams, and promote a culture of continuous improvement Follow standard maintenance procedures, proposing and implementing improvements, and ensuring timely completion of all maintenance tasks. These tasks may consist of electrical, plumbing, and pneumatic systems. Complete all planned and preventative maintenance tasks on-time including timely escalation of potential issues to engineering team Propose new preventative maintenance tasks or updates for the existing preventative maintenance tasks Coordinate IT related and when necessary, component installation Carry out safe and effective equipment repairs, including urgent breakdown repairs Manage 3rd party contracts, including bids and invoicing Perform other duties as assigned Position Details: Plant Location: Glenwood, IL Work Week & Shift: Mon - Fri 7:00am - 3:30pm Compensation: $30/hr Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent 2 years of experience working in an industrial maintenance environment 1 year of experience with electronic and PLC based applications in an industrial environment 2 years of experience with electrical and mechanical systems in an industrial environment No immigration sponsorship available for this role Preferred Qualifications: 4 years of industrial experience 2 years of experience with tools, procedures and methods utilized in an industrial maintenance environment Experience working with pumps, welding, bearings, electrical safety, forklifts, gears, hydraulics, valves, and rigging Formal vocational training in an industrial engineering discipline Strong attention to detail and communication skills Experience working in a TPM environment Ability to track safety, quality, and productivity data Experience working in a Lean Manufacturing environment Physical Requirements of Position: Lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds chest high Kneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching above and below waist level Working in a chemical processing plant with variable temperatures, odors, noise levels, elevated heights, and/or confined spaces Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability. What’s in it For You: Starting on Day 1 : 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 environment The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth The support of an organiza