Auburn Ops analytical technician

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

Auburn manufacturing Site has an exciting opening for an Analytical technician.  The unit operations at this Site are primarily mixed based (low, medium and high shear) along with the associated postproduction finishing operations.  The Site’s strategy focuses on low volume, high margin specialty materials being consumed into very challenging markets like electronics, aerospace and automotive.  A high degree of customer focus and attention to detail is essential for our Site’s success and our respective business. 

Supports manufacturing operations by conducting laboratory analyses and evaluating results, as needed, which provides critical data. Prepares samples and may perform basic calibration, preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and methods. Uses data systems to acquire data and monitor analytical system performance. Reports results to clients. Requires broadened technical skills in analytical/scientific methods or operational processes to perform a defined array of activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepares samples for analysis
• Uses work instructions to conduct routine physical and analytical property analysis on raw materials, in-process and finished product.
• May perform basic calibration and preventative maintenance of analytical systems.
• Evaluates validity of data, applies basic statistics, interpret results and takes appropriate action.
• Monitors analytical systems, identifies problems, conducts first-line troubleshooting and escalates as appropriate.
• Documents, communicates and archives analytical results and calibration data.
• Follows EH&S and operating discipline management system (ODMS) procedures and practices for work tasks.
• Suggests improvements to lab work processes and tools.
• Escalates non-routine requests to appropriate team members for follow-up
• Maintains accurate records of test results and sample management
• Performs assigned work in a safe manner that complies with regulatory and company requirements

Required Qualification

• A minimum of a High School Diploma
• Be able to work 12 hr 3-2-2 rotating shift schedule (including weekends and holidays that fall on scheduled workdays)
• Must be 18 years old or older.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship is available for this position including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-Upper-Secondary Education coursework in chemistry or related coursework
• Completion of Vocational Education or Upper Secondary Education (i.e. High School Diploma) plus laboratory, manufacturing or other related experience

Your Skills

• Detail-Oriented: Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task, ensuring accuracy and completeness in one’s work.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively
• Computer Literacy - Ability to use computers and related technology efficiently, with skill levels ranging from elementary use to computer programming and advanced problem solving. Computer
• Coordinating Tasks: Ability to simultaneously plan and carry out a variety of actions, plans, and activities. Focusing on how well one can use attention to detail skills while considering how minor details fit into a larger project.
• Intellectual curiosity: Interest in acquisition of general knowledge. It can include curiosity about such things as what objects are composed of, the underlying mechanisms of systems, mathematical relationships, languages, social norms, and history.
• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate to achieve a common goal or to complete a task in the most effective and efficient way. This concept is seen within the greater framework of a team, which is a group of interdependent individuals who work together towards a common goal.
• Trustworthiness refers to the ability to be relied on as honest or truthful.

Additional notes

• We do not offer relocation assistance for Dow jobs like 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 costs that you incur.

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 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. 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 the diversity of our workforce, 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.

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