Junior Operator: 12-Hour Plant Operations

Dow Inc.; Wilson (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Dow is seeking a Junior Operator to support our Ardmore, OK facility. You will operate assigned equipment, monitor plant conditions and perform tasks safely in a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (day and night).

This 24-hour operation emphasizes teamwork and disciplined operating procedures. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid US driver’s license, with the ability to work legally in the United States.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, overtime, holidays, nights and weekends as required.
• Have a current, valid US driver's license.
• 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 (green card) process.

Responsibilities

• Follow Operating Discipline principles, procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Operate and field check process equipment.
• Monitor process conditions, equipment and control systems.
• Perform tasks assigned to operations as per a standard task list including field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.
• Ensure operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and business goals.
• Use troubleshooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems and maintain equipment reliability.
• Initiate and participate in Root Cause Investigations as required.
• Coach and train others on plant operations.
• Perform immediate response activities and manage unplanned events.
• Use process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and Operating Discipline.
• Use measurements and tools to operate the Plant at optimum conditions.
• Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines.
• Manage multiple and complex plant computer control systems.
• Perform all duties with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.
• Operate a forklift/fork truck.
• Utilize Microsoft Office and other digital tools and processes to complete daily work.

Skills

Manufacturing Processes

Risk Awareness

Mechanical Aptitude

Hazard Mitigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in Process Technology

Job description

Dow is seeking a Junior Operator to support our Ardmore, OK facility. You will operate assigned equipment, monitor plant conditions and perform tasks safely in a 12-hour rotating shift schedule (day and night).

This 24-hour operation emphasizes teamwork and disciplined operating procedures. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid US driver’s license, with the ability to work legally in the United States.