Associate Analytical TechnicianAt a glancePosition:Associate Analytical TechnicianPrimary locationSeadrift (TX, USA), Texas, United States of AmericaAdditional Locations Victoria (TX, USA) + More - Less Schedule:Full timeDate Posted:02/14/2024Job Number:R2048858At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About you and this role –Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Analytical Technician in Seadrift, Texas and Victoria, Texas. This position primarily exists to perform basic routine analyses and calibration/maintenance of analytical systems to support chemical manufacturing. Analytical data is provided in order to produce and release products.Responsibilities –
Follow Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) and Operating Discipline/ ODMS (Operating Discipline Management System) procedures and practices.
Follow Operating Discipline principles, procedures, and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned laboratory areas
Perform daily and weekly calibrations/standardizations.
Perform basic routine analyses.
Monitor analytical systems, identify problems, conduct first-line troubleshooting and escalate as appropriate.
Using existing tools, evaluate validity of data, apply basic statistics, compare to specified limits and take appropriate action.
Document/communicate and archive results.
Review resulting data and recognize production trends
Perform team tasks assigned to Seadrift Analytical Resources as per a standard task list and complete them before their due date
Ensure operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and business goals
Use troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems and maintain equipment reliability
Document all shift activities using the Logbook tool
Participate in Root Cause Investigations as required
Coach and train others on general laboratory operations
Perform immediate response activities
Manage unplanned events
Use process knowledge and skills to make improvements in laboratory performance and Operating Discipline
Perform equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements, and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and discipline
Operate laboratory equipment and instruments
Qualifications –
Candidate must meet one of the three following criteria:
Associates degree or higher in Process Technology or Science discipline.
In lieu of degree, High School diploma or GED equivalent AND 4 or more years of relevant military experience.
6 months or more of experience as a Process Operator or in an Industrial Lab role.
Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (including weekends & holidays)
Able to work approximately 25% overtime as needed (including nights, weekends & holidays)
Must possess a TWIC cardorbe eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)
A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.
Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations –
Lift, push, carry and pull up to a maximum of 50 lbs.
Able to work in a laboratory environment which requires minimal supervision.
Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, fire retardant clothing, ear plugs, and/or acceptable safety shoes.
Capable of staying awake and mentally alert for long periods of time; especially during non-traditional hours (i.e. nights)
Adapt to the Rhythm of Shiftwork
Work in and around tight spaces and large machinery
Be able to repeatedly sit down and stand up from a chair at a workstation
Walk and stand for extended periods of time; up to 75%.
Frequent bending and reaching
Able to climb stairs / ladders
Able to perform repetitive motion tasks
Work in an area with hazardous materials.
Additional notes–
This position does not offer relocation assistance.
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Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you needwhen you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
Join our team, we can make a difference together. About DowDow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance leadership to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 37,800 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $57 billion in 2022. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visitwww.dow.comor follow@DowNewsroom (https://twitter.com/DowNewsroom) on Twitter.As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available onwww.dow.com.Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.