Analytical Technician

Supports manufacturing operations by consulting with the plant client to understand their needs, conducting complex routine and non-routine laboratory analyses, evaluating standard and non-standard results using statistical tools as needed to ensure high quality data and results are delivered to the client and customer. Uses data systems to monitor analytical system performance, makes modifications, as needed, for changing requirements and improvements and reports results to clients and customers. Performs complex calibration and preventive maintenance of analytical equipment and methods. Provides implementation and qualification of new analytical equipment and methods. Requires full proficiency in a range of technical, operational, or analytical/scientific processes and procedures through job-related training and considerable on the job experience to perform a variety of work assignments. Acts as an informal resource for team members with less experience.

**Responsibilities / Duties**:

- Performs complex routine and non-routine analyses, modifies routine methods for non-routine analysis as needed, and coaches team members with less experience to gain proficiency in these methods.
- Facilitates the sample submission process for routine and non-routine samples, reviewing all submissions for value and alignment with plant goals.
- Manages raw materials and product retain samples and storage.
- Schedules and performs advanced calibration and preventative maintenance of analytical systems.
- Monitors analytical systems for reliability and performance, evaluate validity of routine and non-routine data, applies statistical tools to ensure accurate interpretation of results and takes appropriate action.
- Conducts high level troubleshooting on analytical instrumentation and methods and escalates to experts for unique problems as appropriate.
- Performs troubleshooting, improvement and maintenance on Laboratory Information Technology (LIT) and data handling systems.
- Implements and qualifies new analytical equipment and methods.
- Implements improvements to lab work processes and tools.
- **Experience**:

- Completion of Vocational Education (CFGS plus laboratory, manufacturing or other related experience.
- Post Upper Secondary Education coursework in chemistry or related coursework.
- Between 3 and 5 years of experience
- Fluent in English

Dow Offers:

- A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits
- On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
- Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
- The chance to work within a global company and interact with colleagues from around the world
- Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others

**About Dow**

Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation and leading business positions to achieve profitable growth. The Company’s ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company, with a purpose to deliver a sustainable future for the world through our materials science expertise and collaboration with our partners. Dow’s portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer care. Dow operates 106 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $39 billion in 2020. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries.