Manufacturing ​/ Production Operator, Operations Manager

Operator – Kankakee, IL

Dow is committed to putting people first and delivers integrity, respect, and safety to our customers, employees, and the planet. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to sustainable progress through science and collaboration.

• Follow Operating Discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards, and practices to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.
• Ensure adequate operating discipline is available for all planned and unplanned activities.
• Operate and field‑check process equipment.
• Monitor process conditions, key performance metrics, equipment, and control systems, making appropriate decisions to maintain or achieve desired rates and conditions aligned with Plant/Site/Business goals.
• Perform scheduled operational and related tasks, as well as tasks arising from resolving unplanned events.
• Collaborate with shift team members and other shift teams to balance workload and ensure assigned tasks are completed by due dates.
• Conduct effective shift relief, as defined in facility‑specific operating discipline and tools, ensuring clear communication and handoff to arriving shift teams.
• Maintain qualification in assigned areas per facility policy and complete training goals in a timely manner.
• Mentor and train new and existing operations personnel on process operation, troubleshooting, and operating discipline, aligning with the plant's training process.
• Perform Immediate Response activities as assigned.
• Initiate and document preliminary investigations according to plant‑specific process criteria and participate in formal and informal Root Cause Investigations for events involved in or requested.
• Track and utilize the plant's key performance metrics on shift to optimize operations and identify improvement opportunities.

• 12‑hour rotating shift
• Willing and able to work overtime as needed
• Must work in a drug‑ and alcohol‑free environment
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required
• Must be able to work legally in the United States (no visa sponsorship)

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Willing and able to work a 12‑hour rotating shift
• Willing and able to work overtime as needed
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Ability to work legally in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
• Compliance with a drug‑ and alcohol‑free work environment

• Degree in Chemical Manufacturing, Process Operations, or a related discipline
• Previous experience as a Process Operator, Warehouse, Shipping/Receiving, and/or Transportation
• Experience operating a forklift

• Lift, push, and pull up to 55 pounds
• Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Work at heights; climb stairs and ladders
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including respirator
• Work in an area of intense or continuous noise
• Work in an area with hazardous materials
• Handle 55‑gallon drums
• Work in extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow

• Computer literacy – proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Troubleshooting – strong analytical skills
• Basic math – adding, subtracting, dividing, multiplying, and algebra
• Communication – strong reading and writing skills
• Collaboration – effective interaction with multiple functions and diverse individuals; strong interpersonal, facilitative, and organizational skills; can communicate with a diverse population across the site
• Organizing, planning, and prioritizing – excellent decision making and prioritization; manages multiple competing priorities; strong work ethic
• Leadership – inspire others and lead through influence
• Plant safety – knowledge of safety measures to prevent accidents and minimize consequences

Annual base salary range: $57,000–$94,920. Overtime compensation is provided under federal and state law (typically 1.5× regular hourly rate). Relocation assistance is not offered.

• Competitive base pay and bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive health, life, and retirement programs
• Employee stock purchase program (availability varies by location)
• Student debt retirement savings match program (U.S. only)
• Paid vacation and extended paid time off for new parents, sick family members, and volunteering
• Wellbeing portal and on‑site fitness facilities (availability varies by location)

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, call 1‑833‑MyDowHR (833‑693‑6947) and select option
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