Lab Analyst

Dow•Plaquemine, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 job opportunity as a Lab Analyst located in Plaquemine, LA! Role Summary Lab Analysts utilize knowledge to gain experience in how to perform routine analyses, evaluate the results, and calibrates and maintains analytical systems to provide analytical data to produce and release products in a safe and optimal manner. Lab Analysts apply technical knowledge to perform routine analyses, evaluate and interpret results, calibrate and maintain analytical systems, ensuring accurate analytical data for the safe and efficient release of products.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and one of the following are required:
A minimum of 2 years of relevant lab experience.
An associate’s degree or higher in a science discipline.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
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

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an industrial manufacturing laboratory.
Experience with Chromatography Data Systems, Lab Information Management Systems (LIMS) and other tools such as Master Task List and electronic log book.
Application of techniques in Polymer Chemistry, such as Mooney Viscosity and Melt Index.
Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related science field.

Responsibilities

Route requests originating within the unit to the appropriate service provider.
Prepare basic calibration standards.
Perform basic calibration and maintenance of analytical systems.
Collect samples according to Sample Plan.
Perform routine analyses.
Use electronic tools such as required.
Evaluate validity of data, apply basic statistics, interpret results, and take appropriate action.
Monitor analytical systems, identify problems, conduct first-line troubleshooting, and escalate as appropriate.
Document, communicate and archive analytical results and calibration data.
Suggest and implement improvements to the Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) and Operating Discipline Management System (ODMS) procedures, and analytical work processes and tools.
Recommend improvements to EH&S and ODMS procedures and implement enhancements to analytical work processes and tools to strengthen overall operational performance.
Participate on analytical or plant improvement teams.

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.
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)