Quality Control Technician

Our Glenwood, IL location is seeking an Quality Control Technician! 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, abundant energy 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!

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 insure 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 GED
• 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
• Able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings
• Able to wire simple circuitry and perform point-to-point terminations
• Proficient with hand/power tools and basic size/weight measuring devices
• Experience with low voltage AC (
• Basic computer skills (examples: data entry, Internet/e-mail, etc.)
• No Immigration Sponsorship available for this opportunity

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift/carry 50lbs
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical exam
• Able to work in a shop environment (dust, noise, odors)

Preferred Qualifications:

• prior 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
• Knowledge of electrical safety, electrical code requirements and common types of control equipment
• Working knowledge and application of handheld electrical process calibration tools such as multi-meter, signal generator, and amprobe
• Good communication skills
• Able to work independently

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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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)

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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 and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.