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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

Dow has an opportunity for an Improvement Manager located at our Louisiana Operations (LAO) Glycol 2 facility in Plaquemine, LA area servicing the Ethylene Oxide facility.  This facility is a key driver of profitability to the Performance Intermediates business unit of Dow Industrial Solutions.

As the Improvement Manager within Dow's Industrial Solutions Technology Center, you will lead the prioritization and implementation of all plant improvement opportunities and required implementation resources for a global process technology.

You'll have the opportunity to partner with the Plant and Operations leaders to solicit and collect ideas, describe opportunities, and implement projects. Additionally, you'll be expected to meet global business goals through optimization of the process technology, implementation of improvement projects and implementation of Most Effective Technology (MET).

ResponsibilitiesServe in a business leadership role leading the development and completion of technology plans supporting global business and functional strategy by application of the continuous improvement work process.Lead the continuous improvement work process to develop and implement Plant Specific Technology Plans in alignment with the Global Technology Plan including data collection, gap analysis, idea generation, prioritization, improvement project implementation, and review of results.Coordinate and leverage globally, the resources required for implementation of the Technology plans.Monitor and measure implementation of the technology plans.Provide input for improvement of work practices and priorities using plant and improvement project data.Interface with the business and participating in business plan technology development.Work with the technology center to set priorities for MET definition needs.While this role does not have direct reports, you will provide coaching and direction on goals and plans for Improvement Engineers.Ensure validation of project performance objectives after implementation.Serve as a change agent for driving technology.Act as Project Manager and/or Manufacturing Representative for Captial and Expense projects.

Required Qualifications

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.A minimum of 5 years of engineering, manufacturing or related experience.

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 if available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor's degree or higher in Chemical Engineering.Prior experience as an improvement engineer.Ethylene oxide experience.

Additional Notes

This position is located in Plaquemine, LA.Domestic relocation assistance is available for this role and may be provided based on eligibility.

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)

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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.

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