Associate Analytical Technician Job Plaquemine Louisiana USA,Quality Assurance

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.

Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Analytical Technician in Plaquemine, LA. The Associate Analytical Technician provides the analytical data to produce and release products and enable process and product optimization. This role supports a plant MPQ (Manage Product Quality) labs.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine analyses on analytical equipment such as Gas Chromatography (GC), titrations, spectrometry, etc.
Document, communicate, and archive results using appropriate IT software and electronic tools (such as Chromatography Data Systems (Open Lab)).
Understand and execute procedures, policies, and work processes such as Environmental Health &Safety, Operating Discipline Management Systems (ODMS), quality procedures, and AWP (Analytical Work Process).
Monitor analytical systems.

Working in a team environment where individuals often set priorities and complete work activities with little or no direction from a manager/supervisor, the Intern is responsible for:
Being self-motivated with high standards of personal integrity. Having a strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment, the Intern is responsible for:
Being self-motivated with high standards of personal integrity. Having a strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.

Candidates must be able and are expected to effectively communicate, share information, in a respectful and professional manner. Being able to demonstrate leadership behaviors - setting high standards of personal excellence and demonstrating these behaviors in work habits including safe work behaviors, work ethic, etc.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of an associate's degree in a science discipline or related (at least 20 hours in chemistry).
In lieu of a degree, Dow will accept 3+ years of relevant military experience.
Proficient in Microsoft products, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
Able to work in an empowered team environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work a 12 hour rotation shift.
This is a 12 hour rotating shift position that will require some additional overtime to cover plant needs and lab team vacations/absences.
Able to work weekends and holidays.
No routine travel.
Must possess a TWIC card or be eligible to obtain a TWIC card. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see: https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser).
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

Bachelor's degree or higher in science related discipline.
Experience with electronic tools (such as Chromatographic Data System (Open Lab).
Experience with Analytical Disciplines such as Chromatography, Spectroscopy, titrations, and physical property testing.

Preferred Skills

Analytical Instrumentation Proficiency:
Ability to perform routine…