Chemical Plant Operator – 12-Hour Shifts (Safe & Reliable)

Dow Inc.; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Dow Inc. in Orange, Texas, is seeking an Operator to operate and monitor plant processes, ensuring safe and reliable performance.

You will work with the shift team to anticipate and resolve issues, participate in emergency response, and advance process improvements within the operating discipline. The role requires a minimum high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in an operations role in chemical manufacturing, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts including overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years in an operations role within chemical manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and overtime including holidays and weekends.
• U.S. work eligibility; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Operate process equipment and monitor conditions and key metrics.
• Maintain safe, reliable, and efficient plant operation.
• Participate in Emergency Response Team training and drills.
• Coordinate with shift teams to handoff operations smoothly.
• Identify and implement process improvements and changes within the operating discipline.

Skills

Operations experience

Safety awareness

Shift work

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Control systems familiarity

Job description

Dow Inc. in Orange, Texas, is seeking an Operator to operate and monitor plant processes, ensuring safe and reliable performance.

You will work with the shift team to anticipate and resolve issues, participate in emergency response, and advance process improvements within the operating discipline. The role requires a minimum high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in an operations role in chemical manufacturing, and the ability to work 12-hour shifts including overtime.