Job Description

Description

Dow has an exciting job opportunity as a US Gulf Coast Regional Turnaround Planning Lead located in Freeport, Texas.

The Regional Turnaround Planner is a certified Turnaround (TA) maintenance planner who is identified as a regional work process and technical subject matter expert. In addition to his / her core planning assignments, this individual is an identified focal point to support global and regional projects and provide expertise and coaching in Turnaround Planning for the US Gulf Coast and Canada region focused mainly on the state of Texas. This role will require some travel outside of the home location.

Role responsibilities:

Is a technical resource for training and planning certification process.
Incorporates improvements and learnings in the USGC regional TA planning Operating Discipline (OD).
Facilitates routine network meetings to facilitate the continuous improvement process across the region.
Works within the planning network to develop work process measurements.
Serves as an expert in the Turnaround Planning Discipline OD.
Supports and / or leads regional and global projects.
Troubleshoots work process issues in and across production, functional, and maintenance teams to formulate resolutions.
Provides planning support to core assignment as time allows.

The Dow Chemical Company does not offer relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.


Required Qualifications:

5 years of maintenance / project planning in refining or petrochemical environment is required.
High proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook and have the ability to learn new systems quickly.
High proficiency in SAP.
Ability to work 4-10s, but adaptability to work flexible schedules including weekends and nights.
Willingness to travel primarily to the Texas Gulf Coast sites (Seadrift, Freeport, Deer Park, Texas City, Sabine), and occasionally other Dow sites as needed.
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


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent verbal / written communication skills.
A self-starter who can identify, prioritize, and accomplish.
Ability to collaborate, negotiate, and facilitate decision making in high stress turnaround environment
Have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills.
Demonstrated leadership skills - inspire others and lead them through influence.


Physical Requirements:

Must be willing and able to do the following with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Wear safety equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes
Must have a current, valid US drivers license


Education:

A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
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 Companys ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company. Dows 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 and consumer care. Dow operates 109 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 36,500 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2019. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at http://www.dow.com/en-us/contact-us or you may call us at 1-800-523-3945.