Experienced Operator

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. 

Are you an Operator with more than 5 years of experience seeking an exciting and rewarding career?

Dow is seeking experienced candidates for Operator positions located in Alberta Operations in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada.

About Alberta Operations:

At Fort Saskatchewan, Dow Canada operates four world-scale production units that manufacture hydrocarbons, ethylene, polyethylene, and electricity.  As one of Canada’s largest petrochemical facilities, Dow Canada plays a key role in serving our global customer base.

These opportunities may support operation efforts for the Path2Zero (P2Z) program, which will create the first net-zero emissions site of its kind in the world. The Fort Saskatchewan P2Z program is a key enabler to Dow’s Decarbonization strategy. Learn More: Fort Saskatchewan Path2Zero (dow.com).

About the Opportunities:

In the Operator role, you will optimize plant performance at one of our facilities that are currently hiring (Solution Polyethylene, Gas Phase Polyethylene, Power and Utilities) by monitoring process equipment and conditions, conducting field checks, adjusting control systems manually and operating equipment based on process controls in a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible manner.  This includes isolating and preparing equipment for maintenance as well as learning Dow’s Life Critical Standards to ensure the safe operation of the facility. As an Operator for Dow, you are expected to be a team player, have good prioritization and organizational skills, and demonstrate competencies in the areas of: leadership, initiative, teamwork, and interpersonal effectiveness. 

Solution Polyethylene:

• Polyethylene production via reaction/catalyst in solution phase.  This process includes the safe operation of flammable hydrocarbons, flash drums and vacuum system operation.

• On shift operators can earn process time towards their 3rd class.

• Teams of around 6 operators.

Gas Phase Polyethylene:

• Polyethylene production via reaction/catalyst in gas phase.  This process includes the safe operation of flammable hydrocarbons.

• On shift operators have been able to get to 4th class certification via ABSA application.

• Onboarding and training on dayshifts for the first 6-9 months approximately, including several weekly training trips down to our Prentiss, Alberta facility. There is also potential for international training trips to USA (currently estimating 2 to 4 week durations maximum). Day shift schedule will continue up to the Commissioning and Start Up phase (6-9 months before start-up) when work on commissioning shift rotation will be followed. After the successful start-up, normal on shift rotation will follow.

• Teams of around 4 operators.

Power and Utilities:

• Natural Gas / hydrogen cogeneration unit operation, heat recovery steam generators and water treatment.

• All post areas can work towards 3rd, then 2nd class certification.

• Teams of around 5 operators.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes training and qualification, including setting and achieving agreed upon milestones: utilizing online Learning Management Systems (LMS), In-Plant Training modules, hands-on training, and unit Technical Training resources.  

• Works with shift team members and other shift teams to leverage skills and knowledge to balance workload ensuring assigned tasks are completed by due dates.

• Conducts effective shift relief, as defined in facility specific operating discipline and tools, to ensure effective communication and handoff to arriving shift team. 

• Maintains qualification in assigned areas, per facility policy, and completes training goals in a timely manner. This includes using discretionary time to continuously learn and hone skills. 

• Mentors and trains new and existing operations personnel on process operation, troubleshooting and the use of operating discipline in alignment to plant's training process.

• Performs Immediate Response activities, as assigned.  

• Initiates and documents preliminary investigations according to plant specific process/criteria and participates in formal and informal Root Cause Investigations for events involved in or by request.

• Actively participates in and documents routine field safety audits / near miss entries.

• Tracks and utilizes the plant's key performance metrics on shift that are applicable to the Operating the Plant role to optimize operations and identify improvement opportunities.

• Uses process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline.

• Proactively identifies improvements and opportunities utilizing the facility improvement processes, appropriate management of change processes and communication tools.

The physical abilities, with or without reasonable accommodations, include:

• Medically approved to respond to emergencies.

• Physically & mentally able to work in stressful environments including, but not limited to: confined spaces, low visibility, fully encapsulated PPE, and extreme close proximity to others.

• Physically & mentally able to work at varying heights in an emergency capacity.

• Frequent/Occasional lifting of material weighing approximately 50lbs.

• Must have or be willing to train towards Emergency Response Brigade including live fire and rope rescue training.

• Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator, SCBA, safety harness.

Your Skills:

• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to understand and apply mechanical concepts, principles, and tools, encompassing reasoning, problem-solving, and spatial skills.

• Detail-Oriented: Focus on the specifics and nuances of tasks, projects, or situations, leading to accuracy, precision, and high-quality results.

• Risk Awareness: Ability to identify, assess, and respond to potential threats and opportunities.

• Communication: Ability to effectively convey information, ideas, and messages, both verbally and nonverbally, and to actively listen and understand others.

• Adaptability: Adjust to new situations, challenges, and environments effectively, encompassing flexibility, open-mindedness, and a willingness to learn and change.

• System Procedures: Understanding and applying system procedures in order to foster efficiency, consistency, and quality in the process.

• Teamwork: Effectively collaborate with others to achieve a common goal, encompassing communication, listening, and conflict resolution.

• Troubleshooting: Systematically identify, analyze, and resolve problems, often in a technical context, through a process of investigation, testing, and implementation of solutions.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.

• 5 or more years of related (Operations, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Electrical) work experience.

• Completion of ABSA 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th Class.

• A current, valid driver’s license is required.

• Must be 18 years old or older.

• Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift.

• A minimum requirement for this Canada based position is the ability to work legally in Canada. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Related two-year technical diploma, such as Chemical Engineering Technology or Power Engineering Technology.

• Completion of Alberta 3rd Class.

• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Additional Notes:

• These roles are located in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada.

• We do not offer relocation assistance for Dow jobs like this position, nor does Dow reimburse 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.

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