Associate Planner

Ecolab is looking for a **Production Lead** to join our Supply Chain team. In this position you will support the production supervisor by coordinating the activities of manufacturing associates in one or more production areas. You will also monitor daily plant activities to ensure time and quality commitments are met.**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**What You Will Do**:- Maintain a clean and safe working environment in compliance with all Ecolab policies as well as regulatory agencies. Ensure the safety of all employees in the operation of equipment through proper training, enforcement of safety rules, and following proper procedures- Recommend and implement measures to improve departmental productivity and efficiencies, product quality, methods and working conditions so that downtime is minimized through the use of teamwork and continuous improvement principles- Ensure constant communication with all levels of management in the areas of safety, processing, production, maintenance, and environmental issues. Analyze and assist in resolving problems- Mix and package a quality product through the use of proper procedures and adherence to all job packets and quality standards in cooperation with the Quality Assurance Department- Clean and maintain production areas, tools and machinery in accordance to Standard Operating Procedures, 5S Standards and Job Safety Analysis- Perform the tasks of workers in the group to maintain production schedule when needed- Performs in-process reviews and product sign-offs- Keep supervisor informed of inventory and pack supply levels- Key production and close production jobs- Assist in tracking performance by making entries into the required databases- Review production schedules, assign team members to lines and / or tasks- Make adjustments in schedules using knowledge of machine capacities and equipment, and worker capabilities.- Promote and maintain teamwork among employees through regularly scheduled GO meetings and daily leadership practices.- Plan and initiate training of employees to expand job knowledge and add flexibility to scheduling the workforce- Ensure proper, accurate, and timely reporting of all daily requirements- Work as a team with other production leads, supervisors and managers to achieve goals**Position Details**:- Work week and shift: DETAILS (including weekend rotation, if applicable)- Compensation package offered: DETAILS**Minimum Qualifications**:- High school diploma or equivalent- 2 years of plant and process experience- Fluency in English- Immigration sponsorship not provided for this role**Preferred Qualifications**:- Ecolab systems knowledge and problem solving skills- Basic Computer skills and ability to learn CAS/ECO, Microsoft- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills**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.