Analytical Lab Technician — 12-Hour Shifts

Dow Chemical; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Associate Analytical Technician to support manufacturing by conducting laboratory analysis, sample preparation, and data reporting to operators and engineers.

You will maintain instruments, follow SOPs, and participate in EH&S practices while contributing improvements to lab processes.

This role requires basic lab skills, willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts, and US work authorization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Overtime may be required.
• U.S. work authorization required; no visa sponsorship provided.

Responsibilities

• Trains to perform routine analyses under supervision.
• Collects samples according to the Sample Plan.
• Performs basic preventive maintenance of analytical systems.
• Evaluates data validity and takes appropriate action.
• Monitors analytical systems and escalates issues as needed.
• Documents and archives analytical results and data.
• Adheres to EH&S and ODMS procedures in task execution.
• Suggests improvements to lab processes and tools.
• Escalates non-routine requests for follow-up.
• Performs lab housekeeping and restocking of inventory.
• Processes shipping paperwork.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Laboratory techniques

Laboratory safety

Computer literacy

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's degree or higher in chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

MOC

Job description

Dow in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Associate Analytical Technician to support manufacturing by conducting laboratory analysis, sample preparation, and data reporting to operators and engineers.

You will maintain instruments, follow SOPs, and participate in EH&S practices while contributing improvements to lab processes.

This role requires basic lab skills, willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts, and US work authorization.