Operator

Dow Chemical•Hayward, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow has an exciting job opportunity as an Operator located in Hayward, CA. The Dow Hayward Site is part of the Dow Coating Materials business, producing paint, adhesives, and other products. As an operator, you are responsible for transferring our product around the plant. You run our water treatment facilities, too. You’ll operate equipment including pumps, valves, filters, and instrumentation. You’ll occasionally troubleshoot and repair failed equipment, so you need to be a good problem-solver. You play a key role in the production of our product. You can work with a team, but you are always accountable for your own productivity. You’ll have the opportunity to take on additional roles and responsibilities at the plant and build a career. Most importantly, you work safely in everything you do.

Requirements

A minimum of a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
Ability to work 12-hour shifts, 4-on-4-off, alternating days/nights.
Must be willing to work overtime and holidays as needed.
Current, valid US driver’s license (required to operate yard trucks).
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.
This role requires the candidate to meet one of the following criteria: An associate’s degree in Process Technology, OR A minimum of 3 years manufacturing experience, OR A minimum of 6 months coatings manufacturing experience, OR 3 years or more of relevant military training/experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate with team members and communicate operating errors proactively.
Strong multi-tasking and time management skills to handle various responsibilities and complete training goals in a timely manner.
Mechanical aptitude, including operating and monitoring process equipment, performing minor repairs, and having mechanical, maintenance, or heavy machinery experience.
Emphasis on working safely, following safety procedures, and participating in root cause investigations to identify preventative actions after unplanned events.
Ability to proactively fill gaps in personal skills and knowledge, mentor and train others, and identify improvement opportunities.

Nice To Haves

Process Technician Certification, relevant Associate degree, or military experience is preferred.
Chemical manufacturing experience is preferred.
Control system experience (e.g. Siemens, DeltaV, etc.).
Aspen Process Explorer experience.
Fork truck or forklift certification.
Mechanical, maintenance, or heavy machinery experience.

Responsibilities

Follows facility procedures and policies with high level of Operating Discipline to ensure safe and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
Performs field tasks in support of normal plant operation (filter changes, product sampling, material transfers, wastewater treating, material weigh ups, etc).
May perform bulk raw material offloads of hazardous / non-hazardous materials.
May perform finished product loading activities.
Performs field checks on process equipment.
Performs front line troubleshooting and repairs for basic equipment failures or process deviations.
Oversees safe operation of batch process.
Monitors critical process conditions, equipment, and control systems.
Participate in Immediate Response activities for unplanned events: Immediate Response Leader, Hazmat technician.
Perform process equipment troubleshooting, minor repairs, improvements and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate processes and disciplines.
Perform daily rounds to ensure ongoing safe and reliable operation of critical process equipment.
Perform equipment clearing, decontamination, and isolation activities in preparation for maintenance work.
Write and issue Safe Work Permits.
Completes regular safety and compliance tasks in accordance with OSHA, EPA, other regulatory requirements.
Uses process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant Operating procedures.
Participates in Root Cause Investigations for unplanned events.
Helps develop and implement corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
Coaches and trains others on plant operations.
Perform housekeeping and other field improvements.
Other responsibilities may be assigned based on job role and department.

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).
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).