Associate Analytical Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable base pay

Bonus opportunity

401(k) plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dow in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Associate Analytical Technician to support manufacturing by performing laboratory analyses and data collection. You will prepare samples, maintain instrumentation, and report results to operators and engineers, following SOPs and standard methods.

The role requires basic lab skills, willingness to work long shifts, and compliance with safety practices. Up-to-date equipment and data handling are essential for accurate process support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Must be legally able to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Trains to perform routine analyses under supervision until proficient.
• 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 problems as needed.
• Documents and archives analytical results and data.
• Follows ODMS procedures for work tasks.
• Suggests improvements to lab processes and tools.
• Handles lab housekeeping and shipping paperwork.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Laboratory Techniques

Laboratory Safety

Computer literacy

Detail oriented

Education

Associates degree in chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

MOC

Job description

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re 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. We’re 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 collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About you and this role

Dow has an opportunity for an Associate Analytical Technician at our Kankakee (IL, USA). In this role you will support manufacturing operations by conducting laboratory analysis, as needed, which provide critical data. You will be responsible to prepare samples, perform preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, and use instrumentation and software systems to acquire data. You will report results to production personnel, including operators, engineers, and others. This role requires established laboratory skills to perform a range of routine lab activities using existing standard operating procedures and/or analytical/ scientific methods.

Responsibilities

• Trains to perform routine analyses under the direction of senior team member until proficiency is demonstrated.
• 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 appropriate action.
• Monitors analytical systems and escalates problems as appropriate.
• Documents, communicates and archives analytical results and data.
• Follows Environmental Health & S and operating discipline management system (ODMS) procedures and practices for work tasks.
• Suggests improvements to lab work processes and tools.
• Escalates non-routine requests to appropriate team member for follow-up.
• Performs lab housekeeping such as restocking lab inventory and cleaning.
• Responsible for processing shipping paperwork.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Willingness to work 12-hour, rotating shifts.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• 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 (i.e., green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in chemistry 2+ years of relevant laboratory experience (in education or work setting)
• Basic knowledge of laboratory techniques (gravimetric, volumetric, and temperature measurements, etc.)
• Software experience in one or more of the following: Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Outlook, Excel, etc.) SAP Management of Change (MOC)
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical equipment and resolve unplanned equipment issues

Physical Demands

• Lift, push, and pull up to 55 lb.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Standing/Walking for extended periods of time.
• Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator.
• Work in an area with hazardous materials.

Your Skills

• Communication: Excellent Written and Verbal communication skills.
• Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot and determine the most likely cause is a process of eliminating potential causes of a problem.
• Laboratory Analytical Techniques: Determine a chemical or physical property of a chemical substance, chemical element, or mixture.
• Laboratory Safety: Prevent laboratory accidents that requires great care and constant vigilance.
• Computer Literacy: Basic computer knowledge, including previous experience using Microsoft applications.
• Detail Oriented: Demonstrate the ability to follow written and oral instructions as this position requires.

Additional notes

This position does not offer relocation assistance. For positions based in Illinois, Dow is required by law to include the pay scale that is reasonably expected to represent the pay range for the position. This pay range is specific to the State of Illinois and accounts for both new and experienced employees with consideration to factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, and sustained job performance (or similar jobs). A reasonable pay range for this position is: $50,040 - $83,400.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

• 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 need...when 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 Group’s (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)

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our 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 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 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 www.dow.com. As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.

Dow is a company of more than 36,500 global innovators, believers and solutions providers. We are a diverse community marked by respect, integrity, and a desire to make the world a better place. A career at Dow is an invitation to explore, create, and make valuable contributions to human progress.