Logistics Technician

Dow ChemicalLa Porte, TX
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. About you and this role Dow has exciting job opportunities for Logistics Technicians at the Bayport facility located in La Porte, Texas . Dow is looking for top-caliber, technically capable Logistics Technicians who embrace change, adapt fast, make decisions quickly, possess self-confidence and are lifelong learners. These positions require a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.

Requirements

  • A minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required.
  • Able to meet physical requirements for the emergency response team.
  • Willing to join Houston Hub Emergency Response Team.
  • Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule including nights, weekends, overtime and holidays as required.
  • Current, valid US driver’s license.
  • 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

  • Associate's degree or higher plus a Process Technology Certification
  • 3 or more years of Military experience with a technical specialty in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience in logistics activities including offloading/loading chemical tank wagons, drumming, track mobile/railcar operation and warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

  • Performs routine operation of basic control systems and devices to monitor levels, temperatures, pressures and flow rates and transfer of products.
  • Lift hoses, bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment including the proper clearing and isolation of equipment.
  • Follow operating discipline, procedures and practices to ensure a safe and efficient operation of assigned duties.
  • Control, monitor and make necessary adjustments on control systems and manually operated equipment.
  • Maintain safe and organized warehouses and truck staging areas
  • Operates process equipment including drumming activities, loading/offloading of tank wagons and railcars.
  • Safe operation of mobile equipment including forklifts, track mobiles and yard mules.
  • Perform activities such as railroad switching, moving rail cars, spotting cars/trucks for load/offload activities.
  • Maintain accurate logs, records, reports and inspection checklists.
  • Troubleshoot process, product quality, safety, and environmental problems and identify equipment requiring maintenance.
  • Prepare equipment for maintenance, Issue Safe Work Permits and monitor daily maintenance work
  • Ensure safe and efficient performance of maintenance and project work.
  • Act as a resource for other Technicians on job tasks and prioritization of work activities.
  • Take ownership for the accurate completion of all assigned tasks.
  • Can certify on other plant certifications as required.
  • Participate in site Emergency Response Team, if required
  • Complete all duties as assigned with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship.
  • Execute EHS Standards and Operating Disciplines with a high degree of ownership and excellence

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)

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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