Process Operator — Safety‑Driven Technician & Shift Specialist

Dow Inc.; Santa Fe (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay & bonus opportunities

Insurance coverage

Retirement plan

Job summary

Dow Inc. in Deer Park, Texas is hiring Process Technicians/Operators to monitor and control basic systems, ensuring safe, efficient plant operations. Candidates should be capable of handling multiple shifts, lifting and operating equipment, and supporting maintenance and environmental safety.

This role emphasizes safety, quick decision-making, and lifelong learning, with opportunities to certify across several operator capacities as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required with additional technical education preferred.
• Associate degree or higher or equivalent experience considered.
• Military service in a technical specialty is acceptable in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience as a Production Technician/Operator required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor basic control systems to track levels, temperatures, pressures, and flows.
• Lift hoses and operate valves; clear and isolate equipment as needed.
• Follow safety procedures to ensure a safe, efficient operation.
• Adjust control systems and manually operated equipment as required.
• Troubleshoot process, product quality, safety, and environmental issues.
• Support maintenance and project work for safe execution.
• Assist other technicians; prioritize tasks and maintain ownership of duties.
• Complete tasks accurately and on schedule; may rotate across roles.
• Possibly work as inside/outside/relief operator across multiple shifts.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Communication

Detail oriented

Time management

Teamwork & leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher

Military service in technical specialty

Pursuing Associate's degree

Job description

Dow Inc. in Deer Park, Texas is hiring Process Technicians/Operators to monitor and control basic systems, ensuring safe, efficient plant operations. Candidates should be capable of handling multiple shifts, lifting and operating equipment, and supporting maintenance and environmental safety.

This role emphasizes safety, quick decision-making, and lifelong learning, with opportunities to certify across several operator capacities as needed.