Production Operator

Dow•Croydon, PA

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Dow has an exciting opportunity available as Production Operator. This role is located in Croydon (PA, USA). The Production Operator works under the immediate direction of the Activity Coordinator (in a team-based environment) and must work in a safe manner following all safety rules and regulations. The Production Operator must also work as a team member to improve safety culture, quality and production.

Requirements

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
A minimum of 3 years of experience in a chemical plant as a board/control operator or similar role.
Willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift
Willing and able to work overtime as needed.
Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, and have the ability to learn new systems quickly.
Valid U.S. 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 in relevant field and/or 4+ years military experience.
Able to drive a forklift.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate safe work behaviour at all times
Read and follow operating instructions
Keep accurate written records
Monitor process and equipment using various control systems
Observe product quality and make required changes, and corrections with minimal supervision
Handle 50 LB containers of dry raw materials for addition to the process
Read and understand Instruments: Pressure, temperature and level gauges, controllers
Work with hazardous materials (flammables, corrosives, combustibles, toxics, etc)
Operate equipment including pumps, valves, walk-behind lift, labelers, printers
Change filters, remove and dispose of used filters
Operate and maintain a forklift in a safe and efficient manner
Perform light maintenance tasks as needed
Maintain orderly work and storage area
General housekeeping, sweeping, trash removal, water-blasting, painting, cleaning equipment
Respond to and take appropriate action for all plant emergencies
Possess good verbal and written communication skills in English
Maintain daily records and reports
Perform other duties as directed

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)