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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 youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role youre in the right place.

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Board Operator in Louisville KY.

About you and this role - What you will do in this role

The Board Operator operates assigned board equipment or areas of the Plant. Operates the plants computer operating system to start-up run and shut-down the plant as needed. Performs and reports on operational related activities per the Operations Dashboard (OPD)-Tasks List. Utilizes discretionary time to enable sustainable performance results for the facility. Utilizes operations knowledge and experience to proactively operate the plant in a safe reliable and optimal manner. Works with Shift Team members to efficiently anticipate and resolve unplanned events within the capabilities of the shift team and effectively escalates issues that cannot be resolved to the appropriate support roles. Understands the plants full operation and is responsible for its continued and safe operation. Trains other less experienced operators. Requires broadened technical skills in analytical/scientific methods or operational processes to perform a defined array of activities. May act as an informal resource for team members with less experience.

Responsibilities - Duties projects tasks and activities you would be responsible for in this role

• Follows Operating Discipline principles procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Operates and field checks process equipment. Monitor process conditions equipment and control systems.
• Performs tasks assigned to operations as directed - including field checks equipment preparation samples etc.
• Ensures operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and business goals.
• Uses trouble shooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems.
• As required initiates and participates in Root Cause Investigations.
• Coaches and train others on plant operations.
• Uses process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and Operating Discipline.
• Monitors collects and inputs plant metrics for Statistical Process Control (S.P.C.) asset utilization conversion costs and production yields and identify opportunities for plant optimization.
• Utilizes Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools to optimize plant operation and provide feedback on the effectiveness of the SPC tools.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned based on job role and department.
• Perform process equipment troubleshooting minor repairs improvements and preventative maintenance utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines

Qualifications - Required education experience and abilities that are needed for this role (must haves)

• A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Current U.S. valid drivers license is required to operate a forklift.
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule including every second weekend.
• Willing and able to provide overtime coverage as required.
• Willing and able to drive a forklift.
• Willing to adhere to all safety standards including the smoke free and drug-free workplace policy.
• Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements please see: (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.

Preferred Qualifications - An expanded list of qualifications that are nice to have but not essential

• Associates degree or higher in any field.
• Previous experience in chemical industry.
• Previous experience with Outlook and SAP.

Skills - Specific abilities and expertise required to perform tasks effectively in this role (must haves)

• Process Operations & Control Systems: Safely operates and monitors plant processes using distributed control systems (DCS) ensuring stable startup run and shutdown operations.
• Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis: Identifies and resolves process deviations using strong troubleshooting skills and participates in Root Cause Investigations to prevent recurrence.
• Operating Discipline & Safety Leadership: Follows Operating Discipline principles and safety standards to maintain reliable operations while protecting people equipment and the environment.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) & Performance Monitoring: Collects analyzes and inputs plant metrics using SPC tools to optimize production asset utilization and process reliability.
• Team Collaboration & Training: Works effectively with shift teams coaches less experienced operators and communicates clearly to anticipate resolve and escalate operational issues.

Physical Qualifications:

Able to meet the following physical demands of the job with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Perform sustained manual activities at moderate to heavy levels of exertion.
• Able (medically approved) to participate in the fire brigade
• Wear all required personal protective equipment including but not limited to respirator.
• Work in tight and closed in spaces.
• Periodically work outdoors in seasonal weather conditions (e.g. heat cold)
• Work at elevations.
• Lift up to 55 lbs.
• Climb ladders and stairs.

Additional Notes:

• The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.
• Essential functions of this position may require among other things that you use particular types of equipment -- such as on-site safety equipment that has specific weight limitations whereby your own weight plus the weight of tools and other items and materials must not exceed a certain threshold. (For example some types of safety equipment may be rated for a maximum weight limit of 300 pounds total.) In the event a job offer for this position were (conditionally) extended and provides for a pre-employment medical examination you willbe appropriately evaluated regarding your ability to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.

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