Associate Analytical Technician

Dow•Carrollton, KY

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Supports manufacturing operations by conducting laboratory analyses, as needed, which provide critical data. Prepares samples, performs preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, and uses data systems to acquire data. Reports results to the client. Requires established basic laboratory skills to perform a range of routine lab activities using existing standard operating procedures and/or analytical/ scientific methods.

Requirements

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Willing and able to work the schedule as outlined below: A 2-2-3 swing shift rotation schedule. The shifts are 12 hours (5:00 to 5:00) and rotate day/night shift every two weeks. This means there will be two weeks of day shift on the 2-2-3 pattern, followed by two weeks of night shift on the 2-2-3 pattern. Holidays are included.
Week 1 Work Tuesday/Wednesday Off Thursday/Friday Work Saturday/Sunday/Monday
Week 2 Off Tuesday/Wednesday Work Thursday/Friday Off Saturday/Sunday/Monday
Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card.
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.
Routine Analytical Testing – Ability to perform routine lab analyses using established SOPs to deliver accurate and timely data.
Instrument Preventive Maintenance – Skill in conducting basic upkeep and calibration of laboratory instruments to ensure sustained accuracy and reliability.
Data Validation & Documentation – Proficiency in evaluating data validity, documenting results, and maintaining accurate analytical records.
System Monitoring & Troubleshooting – Capability to monitor analytical systems, identify issues, and escalate problems appropriately.
EH&S and ODMS Compliance – Strong commitment to following environmental, health, safety, and operating discipline procedures to maintain a safe and compliant lab environment.

Nice To Haves

Post Upper Secondary Education coursework in chemistry or related coursework.
6 or more months of laboratory, manufacturing, or other related experience.

Responsibilities

Trains to perform routine analyses under direction of senior team members until proficiency is demonstrated.
Performs basic preventative maintenance of analytical systems.
Provides evaluation of validity of data for routine analyses and takes appropriate action.
Monitors analytical systems and escalate problems as appropriate.
Documents, communicates, and archives analytical results and 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.

Benefits

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.
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)