Chemical Plant Operator — Safe Process Control

Dow; Orange (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable base pay and bonus

Medical and life insurance

Retirement program

Employee stock purchase program

Student Debt Retirement Savings Match

Wellbeing portal

On-site fitness facilities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dow seeks a hands-on Operations professional to manage safe and efficient plant operations on a 12-hour shift. You will monitor process equipment, respond to abnormal conditions, and contribute to continuous improvements while participating in Emergency Response Team activities.

Preferred candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or 3+ years military experience in lieu of a degree.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years of experience in an Operations role within a Chemical Manufacturing environment.
• Military experience with 3+ years can be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to work 12-hour shift schedules and overtime, including holidays and weekends.
• Must have a valid US Driver’s License and be legally able to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Follow operating discipline policies to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Operate process equipment by monitoring conditions, KPIs, and control systems.
• Make decisions to maintain desired rates and conditions aligned with plant goals.
• Serve on site Emergency Response Team (ERT) and attend required training.
• Mentor and train new and existing operations personnel on process operation and troubleshooting.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled tasks, including immediate and severe weather responses.

Skills

Process operation

Shift work

Safety culture

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Military experience in lieu of degree

Job description

Dow seeks a hands-on Operations professional to manage safe and efficient plant operations on a 12-hour shift. You will monitor process equipment, respond to abnormal conditions, and contribute to continuous improvements while participating in Emergency Response Team activities.

Preferred candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of chemical manufacturing experience or 3+ years military experience in lieu of a degree.