Polyethylene Plant Operator: Start-Up & Safety

Dow; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase programs

On-site fitness facilities

Paid time off for new parents

Job summary

Dow Canada Fort Saskatchewan site seeks an operator to safely run polyethylene production and support the P2Z Fort Saskatchewan expansion. You will monitor processes, operate control systems, and help ensure reliability while following safety protocols.

Initial training lasts 6–12 months per area, with full qualification over 3–5 years. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving are required to balance startup and ongoing operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Alberta Power Engineering certs; 18+ to work a 12-hour shift.
• Willingness to complete area-specific training and qualifications.
• Ability to work safely in a high-hazard manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and control systems to optimize production.
• Complete training and achieve required area qualifications (6–12 months).
• Monitor operating conditions and troubleshoot to maintain safety.
• Mentor others and participate in emergency response activities.

Skills

Process Operations

Troubleshooting

Safety & Emergency Response

Learning Agility

Teamwork & Shift Collaboration

Communication

Continuous Improvement

Prioritization & Decision Making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Alberta Power Engineering certification (1st-4th Class)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Dow Canada Fort Saskatchewan site seeks an operator to safely run polyethylene production and support the P2Z Fort Saskatchewan expansion. You will monitor processes, operate control systems, and help ensure reliability while following safety protocols.

Initial training lasts 6–12 months per area, with full qualification over 3–5 years. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving are required to balance startup and ongoing operations.