Jr. Pilot Plant Technician

About You and This Role 

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Pilot Plant Technician in Freeport, TX.

You are a self-starter who can identify, prioritize and accomplish multiple tasks. You can provide support to the operation of the Research & Development (R&D) Pilot Plant. You can work directly with engineers, scientists, leaders, and other technicians to ensure safe and reliable operation of the plants to deliver samples and process data as requested in the planned experiments. In this role, you will be using standard operating procedures to complete defined activities to develop the technical skills required to perform routine tasks. You will need to understand how these assigned tasks relate to other jobs and be able to exchange information in routine situations within your workgroup. It is your responsibility to use procedures to resolve problems. You are accountable for managing your assigned tasks and the accuracy of your own work. You will receive supervision and guidance in this role. This position supports Dow’s Packaging, Specialty Plastics & Hydrocarbons Research and Development Programs and is located at the Freeport, TX site. 

Responsibilities 

• Works within guidelines and a defined area to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas 
• Operates and field checks process equipment, and monitors process conditions, equipment, and control systems in a defined area 
• Performs tasks assigned to operations as per Master Task List (e.g. Field checks, equipment preparation, samples, etc.) 
• Develop basic trouble shooting skills to resolve process related deviations and problems 
• Monitors, collects, and inputs plant metrics for Statistical Process Control, asset utilization, conversion costs, production yields, and identifies opportunities for plant optimization 
• Develop skills to performs process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements and preventative maintenance 
• Seeks guidance and training from Sr. Pilot Plant Technicians and Technologists 
• Develop foundational understanding of Life Critical Standards, operate plant discipline, and facility safety culture 
• Completes all assigned training per facility training plan 

Required Qualifications

• Must have the ability to follow a 12hour rotating shift schedule 
• 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. 

Must meet one or both of the following:

• A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent AND 3+ years of laboratory or manufacturing experience

OR

• A minimum associates degree in Process Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or similar technology related area is required. 

Skills

• Research and Development Operations: The ability to support and execute experimental and pilot-scale operations that contribute to the development and optimization of new products, processes, or technologies.
• Diversity and Inclusion (D&I): The practice of fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment that values diverse perspectives and ensures equitable participation across all team members.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work: The ability to manage time and tasks effectively by setting goals, establishing priorities, and coordinating activities to meet deadlines and operational needs.
• Process Optimization: The skill of analyzing and improving operational processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and increase output quality.
• Cross-Functional Work: The ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from different departments or areas of expertise to achieve shared goals.
• Plant Safety: Plant safety measures aim first and foremost to prevent accidents at plants where hazardous substances are used – and in the event of an accident, minimize the consequent health and environmental effects.

Physical Demands

• With or without reasonable accommodations, include:
• 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.  
• Frequent/occasional lifting of material weighing approximately 50 lbs.
• Frequent work outside/in the field
• Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs.  (This typically accommodates individuals who weigh 285 or less)

Additional Notes

• This position does not offer relocation assistance