Operator

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

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

• Follow Operating Discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards and practices to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of assigned plant areas
• Operate process equipment by monitoring process conditions, key performance metrics, field equipment and control systems.
• Making appropriate decisions to maintain and/or achieve desired rates and conditions aligned with Plant/Site/Business goals
• Serve on site Emergency Response Team (ERT) and attend all required training (Fire Response, HAZMAT, Medical, etc)
• Conduct effective shift relief, as defined in facility specific operating discipline and tools, to ensure effective communication and handoff to arriving shift team
• Use process knowledge and skills to improve plant performance and operating discipline.
• Proactively identify improvements and opportunities utilizing facility improvement processes, appropriate management of change processes and communication tools
• Maintain qualifications in assigned areas, per facility policy, and complete training goals in a timely manner.
• This includes using discretionary time to address skills and knowledge gaps
• Mentor and train new and existing operations personnel on process operation, optimization, effective troubleshooting, emergency response and the use of operating discipline in alignment to plant's training process
• Perform scheduled operational and related tasks and unscheduled tasks that arise because of unplanned/non-routine events
• Perform Immediate Response/Severe Weather Response activities, as assigned

Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and one or both of the following:
• 2 or more years of experience in an Operations role within a Chemical Manufacturing environment
• In lieu of a degree Dow will consider those with 3 or more years of relevant military experience
• Successful candidates must be able to work 12-hour shift schedule and work overtime as required, including Holidays and Weekends
• Must have 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.

Preferred Skills

• Associate degree or higher in Process Plant Technology or related field.
• Experience within a Chemical Manufacturing environment.
• Experience issuing safe work permits.

Physical Abilities

• Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, respirators. and steel-toed shoes
• Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground, including tight and closed in spaces.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Lift a maximum of 50 lbs.
• This role does involve elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground.

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.
• 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)

The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all the costs that you incur.

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.