At a glance

Location: Shanghai, China
Work type: Onsite

What they are looking for

OperationsProcess equipment

Location: Shanghai (CHN)

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

Operates assigned equipment or areas of the Plant with a close to moderate degree of supervision. Performs and reports on operational related activities per the Operations Dashboard (OPD) Tasks List. Develops technical skills on the job to perform routine work activities using existing standard operating procedures. This is an entry level role. No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

Follows Operating Discipline policies, principles, procedures, standards and practices to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of assigned plant areas. Ensures adequate operating discipline is available for all planned and unplanned activities.

Operates and field checks process equipment. Monitors process conditions, key performance metrics, equipment and control systems and makes appropriate decisions to maintain and/or achieve desired rates and conditions aligned with Plant/Site/Business goals.

Performs scheduled operational and related tasks and tasks that arise as a result of resolving unplanned events.

Works with shift team members and other shift teams to leverage skills and knowledge to balance workload ensuring assigned tasks are completed by due dates.

Conducts effective shift relief, as defined in facility specific operating discipline and tools, to ensure effective communication and handoff to arriving shift team.

Maintains qualification in assigned areas, per facility policy, and completes training goals in a timely manner. This includes using discretionary time to address skills and knowledge gaps.

Performs Immediate Response activities, as assigned.

Initiates and documents preliminary investigations according to plant specific process/criteria and participates in formal and informal Root Cause Investigations for events involved in or by request.

Tracks and utilizes the plant's key performance metrics on shift that are applicable to the Operating the Plant role to optimize operations and identify improvement opportunities. Uses process knowledge and skills to make improvements in plant performance and operating discipline.

Proactively identifies improvements and opportunities utilizing the facility improvement processes, appropriate management of change processes and communication tools.

Performs Autonomous Maintenance, including minor repairs and preventative maintenance, utilizing appropriate policies, procedures, processes and disciplines. Note: Subject to local agreements.

Qualifications

Completion of Vocational Education or Upper Secondary Education (i.e. High School Diploma).

No prior experience or other training required.

Your Skills

Operations

Process Equipment

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.