Field Operator

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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

The Field Operator is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient manufacture of acrylic emulsions using a batch process and management of site’s utilities. Primary activities include obtaining raw materials, transferring materials, following standard operating procedures, and operating a computerized control system to manufacture products.

Responsibilities:

• Follows Operating Discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards and practices to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Monitors process conditions, key performance metrics, equipment and control systems and makes appropriate decisions with the technical support team to achieve desired rates and conditions aligned with Site/Business goals.
• Works with shift team members and others to leverage skills and knowledge to balance workload.
• Documents preliminary investigations according to plant specific process/criteria and participates in formal and informal Root Cause Investigations.
• Tracks and utilizes plant key performance metrics that are applicable to the Operating Plant role to identify improvements opportunities.
• Interact with process computers and associated instrumentation to monitor batch operations and operate process equipment.
• Follow procedures to obtain, transfer, and mix various hazardous raw materials safely and efficiently.
• Escalates any concerns regarding safety, process conditions, raw materials, products, etc. to leadership and/or technical support.
• Frequent use of stairs, elevators, automated-lifts, etc. will be required. Training on lifts not required upon application.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Short-Cycle Tertiary Degree (i.e. Associate's Degree/Technical Diploma/Trade Certificate) or a 4th class power engineering certification.
• Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, overtime will be offered as required.
• Ability to wear full face respirator.
• Ability to safely work in a plant environment, meet physical demands, work at elevated heights, and comfortably use PPE and safety equipment. Must be familiar with or open to training on proper equipment usage.
• 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 Skills:

• 3 or more years of relevant industrial experience in chemical or related industrial environment.
• Able to drive a forklift and other vehicles.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Safety: Have a high regard for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Communication: Effective communication skills.
• Organization: Strong multi-tasking, organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.
• Teamwork mindset: ability to work with various functions and personalities to achieve common goal.
• Willing to work in a diverse industrial environment.
• Self-directed with a high level of ownership.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.