Analytical Laboratory Technician — 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

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

Job summary

Dow seeks an Associate Analytical Technician in Kankakee, IL to support manufacturing by conducting laboratory analyses and preparing samples using standard procedures. You will maintain instrumentation, collect data, and report results to production teams.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, or an associate degree in chemistry, with 2+ years of lab experience, and familiarity with MS Office and SAP. Rotating 12‑hour shifts and overtime are expected.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Willingness to work 12-hour, rotating shifts.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to work legally in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Trains to perform routine analyses under the direction of senior team member.
• Collects samples according to the Sample Plan.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance of analytical systems.
• Provides evaluation of validity of data for routine analyses and takes corrective action.
• Monitors analytical systems and escalates problems as appropriate.
• Documents, communicates and archives analytical results and data.
• Follows EH&S and ODMS procedures for work tasks.
• Suggests improvements to lab work processes and tools.
• Escalates non-routine requests for follow-up.
• Performs lab housekeeping and ships paperwork.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Laboratory Analytical 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 seeks an Associate Analytical Technician in Kankakee, IL to support manufacturing by conducting laboratory analyses and preparing samples using standard procedures. You will maintain instrumentation, collect data, and report results to production teams.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, or an associate degree in chemistry, with 2+ years of lab experience, and familiarity with MS Office and SAP. Rotating 12‑hour shifts and overtime are expected.