The posting
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.
Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Analytical Technician in Plaquemine, LA. The Associate Analytical Technician provides the analytical data to produce and release products and enable process and product optimization. This role supports a plant MPQ (Manage Product Quality) labs.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine analyses on analytical equipment such as Gas Chromatography (GC), titrations, spectrometry, etc.
- Document, communicate, and archive results using appropriate IT software and electronic tools (such as Chromatography Data Systems (OpenLab).
- Understand and execute procedures, policies, and work processes such as Environmental Health &Safety, Operating Discipline Management Systems (ODMS), quality procedures, and AWP (Analytical Work Process).
- Monitor analytical systems.
- Working in a team environment where individuals often set priorities and complete work activities with little or no direction from a manager/supervisor, the Intern is responsible for:
- Being self-motivated with high standards of personal integrity.
- Having a strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.
- Having good technical skills to learn how to operate analytical equipment.
- Having the desire to learn and grow technical skills to stay current with new automation and technology.
- Being able to effectively work with others. Candidates must be able and are expected to effectively communicate, share information, in a respectful and professional manner.
- Being able to demonstrate leadership behaviors - setting high standards of personal excellence and demonstrating these behaviors in work habits including safe work behaviors, work ethic, etc.
Required Qualifications
- A minimum of an associate's degree in a science discipline or related (at least 20 hours in chemistry). In lieu of a degree, Dow will accept 3+ years of relevant military experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft products, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
- Able to work in an empowered team environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work a 12 hour rotation shift. This is a 12 hour rotating shift position that will require some additional overtime to cover plant needs and lab team vacations/absences.
- Able to work weekends and holidays.
- No routine travel.
- Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser).
- 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
- Bachelor's degree or higher in science related discipline.
- Experience with electronic tools (such as Chromatographic Data System (OpenLab).
- Experience with Analytical Disciplines such as Chromatography, Spectroscopy, titrations, and physical property testing.
Preferred Skills
- Analytical Instrumentation Proficiency: Ability to perform routine and non-routine analyses using tools like Gas Chromatography (GC), titrations, and spectrometry.
- Technical Documentation & IT Tools: Skilled in documenting and communicating results using Chromatography Data Systems (e.g., OpenLab) and Microsoft Office tools like Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Process & Safety Compliance: Understanding and execution of procedures related to Environmental Health & Safety, Operating Discipline Management Systems (ODMS), and Analytical Work Processes (AWP).
- Equipment Maintenance: Capable of performing basic calibration and maintenance of analytical systems and monitoring their performance.
- Teamwork & Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in an empowered team environment, including on rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Physical Requirements
Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations
- Lift, push, and pull.
- Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
- Stand 50% of the time.
- Walk for extended periods of time.
- Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator.
- Work in an area with hazardous materials.
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 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 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.
