Analytical Technician: Lab Data & Process Support

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

Benefits offered by this job

On-site facilities

Employee discounts

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Dow is hiring an Associate Analytical Technician in Kankakee, IL to support manufacturing operations by performing laboratory analyses, preparing samples, maintaining instruments, and reporting results to operators and engineers.

The role requires a high school diploma, willingness to work 12‑hour rotating shifts with overtime, and legal US employment. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree in chemistry and 2+ years of lab experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Trains to perform routine analyses under supervision.
• Collects samples per Sample Plan.
• Performs basic preventive maintenance of analytical systems.
• Evaluates data validity and takes action.
• Monitors analytical systems and escalates issues.
• Documents and archives results and data.
• Follows EH&S and ODMS procedures.
• Suggests improvements to lab processes.
• Performs lab housekeeping and restocking.
• Processes shipping 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

Management of Change (MOC)

Job description

Dow is hiring an Associate Analytical Technician in Kankakee, IL to support manufacturing operations by performing laboratory analyses, preparing samples, maintaining instruments, and reporting results to operators and engineers.

The role requires a high school diploma, willingness to work 12‑hour rotating shifts with overtime, and legal US employment. Preferred qualifications include an associate degree in chemistry and 2+ years of lab experience.