Associate Operator

• Follow Operating Discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards and practices to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of assigned plant areas. Ensure adequate operating discipline is available for all planned and unplanned activities.
• Operate and perform field checks on process equipment. Monitor process conditions, key performance metrics, equipment and control systems and make appropriate decisions to maintain and/or achieve desired rates and conditions aligned with Plant/Site/Business goals.
• Perform scheduled operational and related tasks and tasks that arise as a result of resolving unplanned events.
• Work with shift team members and other shift teams to leverage skills and knowledge to balance workload, ensuring assigned tasks are completed by their due dates.
• Conduct effective shift relief, as defined in facility specific operating discipline and tools, to ensure effective communication and handoff to arriving shift team.
• Maintain qualification 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, troubleshooting and the use of operating discipline in alignment to plant's training process.
• Perform Immediate Response activities, as assigned.
• Initiate and document preliminary investigations according to plant specific process/criteria and participate in formal and informal Root Cause Investigations for events involved in or by request.
• Track and utilize the plant's key performance metrics on shift that are applicable to the operating the Plant role to optimize operations and identify improvement opportunities. Use process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline. Proactively identify improvements and opportunities utilizing the facility improvement processes, appropriate management of change processes and communication tools.
• Perform autonomous maintenance, including minor repairs and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate policies, procedures, processes and disciplines.

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess 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.

• Short-Cycle Tertiary Degree (i.e. associate's degree) in Process Technology or related field is preferred.
• 2 or more years of operator, manufacturing, or related experience.

• Demonstrates adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. Maintains consistency in executing both planned and unplanned tasks.

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• Continuously observes equipment, control systems, and performance metrics to make informed decisions that align with plant goals and maintain optimal operating conditions.

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• Proactively identifies and resolves operational issues within the shift team's capabilities and escalates unresolved problems to appropriate support roles in a timely manner.

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• Works effectively with shift team members and other teams to share knowledge, balance workloads, and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.

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• Provides guidance and training to new and existing operators, helping them understand process operations, troubleshooting techniques, and the use of operating discipline tools.

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• Uses discretionary time to identify and implement improvements in plant performance, operating discipline, and safety. Participates in root cause investigations and facility improvement processes.

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• Performs minor repairs and preventive maintenance tasks independently, following appropriate procedures and safety protocols to support equipment reliability.

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Willing and able to meet physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes.
• Wear and use respirators.
• 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 maximum 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 300lbs.

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

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)

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