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 a Field Operator located in Toronto (ON, CAN).

About you and this role:

The Field Operator is primarily responsible for the safe and efficient manufacture of acrylic emulsions using a batch process and management of site’s utilities.  Primary activities include obtaining raw materials, transferring materials, following standard operating procedures, and operating a computerized control system to manufacture products.  

Responsibilities:

• Follows Operating Discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards and practices to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of assigned plant areas.

• Monitors process conditions, key performance metrics, equipment and control systems and makes appropriate decisions with the technical support team to achieve desired rates and conditions aligned with Site/Business goals.

• Works with shift team members and others to leverage skills and knowledge to balance workload.

• Documents preliminary investigations according to plant specific process/criteria and participates in formal and informal Root Cause Investigations.

• Tracks and utilizes plant key performance metrics that are applicable to the Operating Plant role to identify improvements opportunities.

• Interact with process computers and associated instrumentation to monitor batch operations and operate process equipment.

• Follow procedures to obtain, transfer, and mix various hazardous raw materials safely and efficiently.

• Escalates any concerns regarding safety, process conditions, raw materials, products, etc. to leadership and/or technical support.

• Frequent use of stairs, elevators, automated-lifts, etc. will be required. Training on lifts not required upon application.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Have a high regard for personal safety and the safety of others.

• Willing to work in a diverse industrial environment.

• Effective communication skills.

• Strong multi-tasking, organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.

• Self-directed with a high level of ownership.

• Teamwork mindset – ability to work with various functions and personalities to achieve common goal.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Short-Cycle Tertiary Degree (i.e. Associate's Degree/Technical Diploma/Trade Certificate).

• Able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, overtime will be offered as required.

• Ability to wear full face respirator.

• A minimum requirement for this Canada based position is the ability to work legally in Canada.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position.

Preferred Skills:

• 3 or more years of relevant industrial experience in chemical or related industrial environment.

• Able to drive a forklift and other vehicles.

**Dow does not offer relocation if the position is offered to someone who lives outside the area or reimbursement for travel to and from interviews. If you consider a position that is not within the area you reside you will be responsible for all cost that incur.**

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 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. 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 the diversity of our workforce, 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.

At Dow, diversity and inclusion are inherent in our work environment. We are committed to building a vibrant, diverse and talented employee base – and helping each employee grow and develop as part of Dow's inclusive global community. Dow has an accommodation process in place to support employees with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.