Oyster Creek Process Technician

Dow Chemical Co.; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable base pay

Bonus opportunity

Medical & life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Dow in Oyster Creek, Texas, seeks a Process Technician to operate and maintain plant equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in daily operations. You will apply process knowledge to monitor conditions, perform field checks, and support maintenance activities.

The role requires the ability to work rotating shifts, troubleshoot issues, and train team members while contributing to plant improvement projects and safety programs.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent military/experience path as listed in qualifications.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel; quick learner of new systems.
• Valid US driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Follows operating discipline to ensure safe, efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Operates and checks process equipment; monitors conditions and control systems.
• Performs tasks per Master Task List (field checks, maintenance, samples).
• Coaches and trains others on plant operations; participates in improvement projects.

Skills

Operating discipline

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Safety culture

Communication

Education

Associate Degree

High School Diploma/GED with military experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Learn new systems

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 exciting job opportunities for Process Technicians at one of our world-scale production units in Oyster Creek, Texas.

Responsibilities

• Follows Operating Discipline principles, procedures and practices to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Uses process knowledge and skills to create, modify and improve operating discipline procedures and practices to improve plant performance.
• Operates and field checks process equipment. Monitors process conditions, equipment, and control systems.
• Performs tasks assigned to operations per Master Task List (e.g. field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.).
• Ensures operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and business goals.
• Uses process knowledge and skills to coach and train others on plant operations.
• Actively participates on plant teams, and in other plant improvement projects.
• Performs process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements and preventive maintenance utilizing the appropriate work processes and disciplines.
• With the appropriate knowledge, skills and qualifications, candidates will be expected to perform any task that is needed to support the operation or maintenance of a chemical plant.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of an Associate Degree in a relevant field OR a High School Diploma/GED and 3+ years of military experience OR High School Diploma/GED and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Must have a current, valid US driver’s license.
• Must be able to learn to perform preventative maintenance and be able to make preliminary diagnoses, i.e. issues with pumps, motors, valves, etc.
• 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 Qualifications

• An Associate Degree in Process Technology, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation and/or Electrical, or Computer Technology is preferred.
• Chemical manufacturing experience as a Production Technician.
• Mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting, maintenance, diagnosing and repairing experience.
• Prior experience working in an outside environment.
• Proficiency in reading trends and graphs of real-time data.
• Understanding of computer code.

Physical Requirements

Must be willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes.
• Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Work in tight or closed-in spaces.
• Climb stairs/ladders and work high off the ground.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• This role does involve elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground. Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 285lbs.

Skills

• System Procedures - Ability to operate and field-check process equipment, monitor process conditions, and ensure safe and efficient plant operations.
• Troubleshooting -Skill in diagnosing and performing minor repairs on equipment such as pumps, motors, and valves, as well as conducting preventive maintenance.
• Mechanical Principals - Capacity to learn complex chemical manufacturing processes, analyze technical problems, and contribute to process improvements.
• Communication - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to coach others, participate in team projects, and align with plant goals.
• Detail Oriented - High personal initiative with strong time management and multitasking qualities to ensure safety and performance standards are met.
• Safety Culture - is the collection of the beliefs, perceptions and values that employees share in relation to risks within an organization, such as a workplace or community.

Additional Notes

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career.You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• 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)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

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 30countries and employ approximately36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately$43 billionin 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.