Analytical Technician

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 is seeking the next Analytical/Environmental Technician to support our site in Greensburg, LA. As the Analytical/Environmental Technician, you support manufacturing operations through laboratory analyses and evaluation of results to provide critical data to units and for quality product release. This role will include sample preparation, basic calibration, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and methods. You possess broad technical skills in analytical/scientific methods or operational processes to perform a wide variety of lab related activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analyses including but not limited to Melt Index, IR, Gas Chromatography, Liquid Chromatography, Titration, Film Extrusion, etc.
• Prepare standards including internal standards, calibration standards, & check standards
• Perform basic preventative maintenance of instruments
• Evaluate validity of data, applying basic statistics, and interpreting results
• Monitoring analytical systems to identify potential problems and conducting first-line troubleshooting escalating as appropriate.
• Document, communicate and archive analytical results and calibration data.
• Follow Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) and Operating Discipline Management System (ODMS) procedures and practices for work tasks.
• Raw material confirmation testing, collect and test water/environmental samples, and coordinate with 3rd party lab for permit samples.
• Suggest improvements to lab work processes and tools.
• Escalate non-routine requests to appropriate team members for follow-up.
• Outside responsibilities include minor maintenance and operational tasks such as; turning/operating valves, cleaning filters, cleaning flowmeters, cleaning probes, unplugging lines, setting up for freeze protection when needed, and troubleshooting equipment issues (pumps).

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and one or more of the following:
  • Associate’s degree or higher in chemistry or science related field.
  • 2 or more years of laboratory or environmental tech experience.
  • 3 years of relevant military experience.
• Must be able to work a 12-hour day shift & holidays as well as providing necessary overtime coverage. This role rotates out between inside lab analytical and outside based on shift rotation.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a plastics laboratory.
• Prior experience with LIMS or other laboratory management systems.
• Prior experience with Gas Chromatography, Liquid Chromatography or Gel Characterization.

Physical Requirements
Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting to 50 pounds.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Lift up to 50 lb. chemical bags to pour into ponds.
• Climb ~ 15 ft. ladder up a clarifier at minimum of 5 times per shift when assigned to outside role.
• Work during inclement weather conditions which includes still making 5 pond rounds per day even in the heat of summer or freezing temperatures.

Skills

• Laboratory Testing Skills – Perform routine laboratory tests to support manufacturing operations and product quality.
• Instrument Operation & Care – Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to ensure accurate results.
• Data Analysis & Documentation – Review test data for accuracy and clearly document and report results.
• Problem Solving – Identify issues with tests or equipment and take appropriate action or escalate when needed.
• Safety & Compliance Awareness – Follow safety procedures and work practices to maintain a safe laboratory environment.

Additional Note

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• 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)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.