Associate Operator- Production 3rd Shift

At Dow we believe in putting people first and were 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. Were 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 youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role youre in the right place.

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging infrastructure mobility and consumer global breadth asset integration and scale focused innovation leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30countries and employ approximately36000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately$43 billionin 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative customer-centric inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting.

About You and This Role

Your primary purpose is to complete production batches safely on time and within specification. You will work within and across Zones on the manufacturing floor. Filling customer orders through the block scheduling process is the primary goal of all technicians on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Safely and Accurately Complete batches per production / block schedule and standard Operating Discipline.
• Execute assigned work using batch ticket and detailed procedures.
• Assume ownership of assigned work. Follow batches through to completion.
• Check QC progress packaging needs to keep batches moving. Overtime may be required to complete batches. Status of Batches should be noted on block schedule (i.e. Complete Ready to Package Incomplete). Reason for exceptions to block schedule should be noted in log.
• Accountable to Production Coordinator for daily activity. Job Performance is monitored by the Technical Adviser Production Coordinator Production Engineer (and others) but Managed by the Operations Leader.
• Perform job duties to satisfactory levels in support of the business and the team. This includes prompt arrival at start of shift appropriate breaks and adequate communication between shifts to ensure safe and accurate completion of batches.
• Cooperates with associated functions to support the business: QC Lab Site Logistics EH&S and R&D. Knows understands and contributes to Plant goals.
• Schedule Vacation and Time off per the site policy. Keep Production Coordinator informed of all attendance issues.
• Complete Safety and Compliance Checks as directed. Use proper PPE and perform Housekeeping as required.
• Attends/completes training as directed.
• Once Red Tag User (LO/TO) and Safe Work Permitting (SWP) trained performs LO/TO and SWP duties as needed.
• All employees are expected to participate as team members in their area of work.
• Intervenes with unsafe behavior and coach teammates to do the same.
• Dow does Not Tolerate Unsafe Acts. Coach teammates to correct behavior and if necessary reports unsafe acts immediately to EH&S Delivery and leadership.
• Responds to Emergencies Leak or Spill as directed by the Response Leader.
• Participates in Root Cause Investigations and volunteers for corrective actions.
• Works with the Production Coordinator/Production Engineer to properly document Operating Discipline through procedures and training documentation.
• Performs initial troubleshooting to best of ability before involving Production Coordinator / Supervision.
• This is a hands-on role that requires repetitive tasks troubleshooting and extreme care and safety. Due to the complexity of the role the person hired will be expected to stay in the role for a minimum of 2 years.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current valid US drivers license to drive a forklift.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Able to follow procedures and processes.
• Safety focused.
• Able to work within an empowered team environment.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision within an empowered team environment.
• Must be able and willing to work an 8-hour permanent third shift Sunday - Thursday (10pm - 6:30am). Onboarding and training will occur during an 8-hour rotating shift Monday - Friday (6AM - 2:30 pm 2pm - 10:30pm).
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial role OR 4 or more years of military experience.
• Associates degree or higher in Chemical Technology Manufacturing Processing or Chemical Processing.
• Previous experience in a chemical or petrochemical manufacturing environment.
• Hazmat experience.

Physical Requirements

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Work outside in all types of weather including extreme heat and cold rain etc.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as respirators protective clothing face masks goggles boots etc. The respirator will require a clean-shaven face.
• Lift (up to 50lbs) push and pull.
• Frequent bending reaching and lifting.
• Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Work at heights climb stairs and ladders. This role does involve elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground. Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE) including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs.
• Work in tight and enclosed spaces.
• No known sensitivity to chemicals.

Your Preferred Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong reading comprehension and listening skills.
• Fort Lift Truck experience/certifications.
• Familiarity with LOTO and Safe Work Permit Writing.
• Working with machines and HMIs.
• Be proficient in computers to perform job tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications such as Word and Excel.
• Strong work ethic.

Additional Notes

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Benefits What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay your health your life your future and your bring your background talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• 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 financial and social well-being to help you get the care you 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.
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees Savings Plan (401(k)) helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• 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.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• 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 Groups (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping cinema tickets gym memberships and more.
• Additionally some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team we can make a difference together.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging infrastructure mobility and consumer global breadth asset integration and scale focused innovation leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30countries and employ approximately36000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately$43 billionin 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative customer-centric inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting.

As part of our dedication to inclusion 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 Dows equal opportunities is available on .