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Warehouse Associate

Ecolab · Beloit, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you worked in a fast-paced job. How did you keep up without making mistakes?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle speed while keeping accuracy and safety.

Tell me about a time you helped improve how something was done at work.

What they are checking: Whether they think about better ways to work, which matters in a continuous improvement culture.

What would you do

You notice a shortage on a shelf while picking an order. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report shortages right away to their coach rather than working around them silently.

A coworker is taking shortcuts that could be unsafe. What would you do?

What they are checking: Whether they will speak up about safety even with a peer.

What would you do if you received a shipment that didn't match the paperwork?

What they are checking: Whether they stop, document the mismatch and report it instead of accepting it as is.

About the work

How do you make sure the order you picked is correct before it ships?

What they are checking: Whether they have habits to catch mistakes, since wrong shipments cost customers time and money.

Have you used a pallet jack or other warehouse equipment? How do you use it safely?

What they are checking: Whether they understand basic material handling safety in a busy warehouse.

How do you stay safe when lifting or moving heavy materials?

What they are checking: Whether they know proper lifting techniques and ask for help when needed.

How do you keep track of inventory when receiving a large shipment?

What they are checking: Whether they count and record carefully so the system matches what is on the shelves.

Why does labeling matter in a warehouse that handles chemical products?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that correct labels protect safety and help customers get the right product.

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The full job description

As published by Ecolab.

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 Warehouse Associate I to join our team in Beloit, WI. As a Warehouse Associate I, you’ll help deliver the products that support clean water, safe food, and healthy environments around the world. You’ll play a key role in supporting shipping, receiving, inventory, and warehouse operations. You’ll ensure customer orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and on time. This is a hands-on opportunity to grow your skills in a fast-paced setting while contributing to a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. This position is eligible for a $2,000 signing bonus! How You’ll Make an Impact: • Order Fulfillment (Picking/packing): Reads orders and requisition to determine items to be moved or distributed; pick merchandise or parts, wraps and labels shipments, and delivers to assembly line, packing or shipping areas. • Material Handling: Receives, counts, processes, stores, and distributes materials tools, equipment, and products within the facility; loads/unloads items from parts or shelves, pallets, racks, shelves, and designated areas using vehicles (pallet jacks or carts); ensures safe transit using appropriate equipment. • Inventory & Recordkeeping : Notifies coach of shortages or if additional resources are needed. • General Operations: Opens containers, maintains a clean and safe workspace, may drive vehicles (pallet jacks or carts) to transport stored items or pick up items from various locations. • Follow all warehouse safety procedures and policies • Perform additional duties as assigned to support logistics and warehouse operations Position Details: • Plant Location: 1630 Apex Dr. Beloit WI. 53511 • Work Week & Shift (Multiple options available depending on business need): Monday-Friday 6:00am - 2:00pm, with overtime including weekends when required Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:00pm, with overtime including weekends when required 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 logistics systems and warehouse operations • Grow in a supportive environment that values safety, collaboration, and shared success Minimum Qualifications: • High School diploma or equivalent • No immigration sponsorship offered for this role Preferred Qualifications: • Previous plant or warehouse experience • Strong communication and time management skills • Experience working independently and as part of a team Physical Demands: • Position requires lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs • Position requires passing a drug screen and physical exam 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 • This position is eligible for a $2,000 signing bonus! 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: $17.50 / hour. This position pays an hourly rate and is eligible for overtime. 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.

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