Ecolab is seeking Flexographic Press Operator to join our team in Fort Worth, Texas. As a Flexographic Press Operator, you’ll help deliver products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. In this role, you’ll operate and control equipment that processes chemical substances into specified products. You’ll follow standard procedures, monitor chemical reactions, and contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on opportunity to deepen your technical skills, make a meaningful impact, and thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
How You’ll Make an Impact:
Operate and monitor chemical processing equipment and systems to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient production
Interpret plant specifications to determine required ingredients, product parameters, and procedural modifications
Initiate and regulate the flow of materials through equipment such as heating vessels and mixing tanks, either manually or through automated systems
Adjust controls and instrumentation to maintain optimal process conditions, including temperature, pressure, and flow rates
Conduct in-process sampling and quality checks to confirm product integrity and adherence to standards
Accurately document production data, equipment readings, and any deviations or malfunctions during the shift
Support line changeovers and sanitation procedures to maintain operational readiness
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and Kaizen activities, to enhance safety, quality, and productivity
Identify and communicate opportunities to reduce waste and improve process efficiency
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment in accordance with safety and quality protocols
Position Details:
Plant Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Work Week & Shift: 1st shift, Monday - Thursday 5:00am-3:30pm
What’s Unique About This Role:
Be part of a team that directly supports Ecolab’s mission to protect public health and the environment
Gain hands-on experience with industry-leading tools and chemical processing systems
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent
1 year experience in a plant, warehouse, or chemical processing environment
1 year of printing operator experience
No immigration sponsorship available for this role
Physical Requirements of Position:
Ecolab is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completing training and mastering skills required by the position (e.g., Hazardous Material Safety and DOT training)
Experience understanding and tracking safety, quality, and productivity data
Mechanical aptitude and experience using hand and power tools
Experience with Total Production Management (TPM) and Continuous Improvement Systems
Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and ability to work as part of a team
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 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
About Ecolab:
At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:
The pay rate is $19.60 - $29 per hour. 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 provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
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.
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 a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. 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 and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on 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).
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.
