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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 This Role Dow has exciting job opportunities for Logistics Technicians at the Bayport facility located in La Porte, Texas. Dow is looking for top-caliber, technically capable Logistics Technicians who embrace change, adapt fast, make decisions quickly, possess self-confidence and are lifelong learners.
These positions require a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship. Responsibilities Performs routine operation of basic control systems and devices to monitor levels, temperatures, pressures and flow rates and transfer of products. Lift hoses, bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment including the proper clearing and isolation of equipment. Follow operating discipline, procedures and practices to ensure a safe and efficient operation of assigned duties.
Control, monitor and make necessary adjustments on control systems and manually operated equipment. Maintain safe and organized warehouses and truck staging areas Operates process equipment including drumming activities, loading/offloading of tank wagons and railcars. Safe operation of mobile equipment including forklifts, track mobiles and yard mules. Perform activities such as railroad switching, moving rail cars, spotting cars/trucks for load/offload activities.
Maintain accurate logs, records, reports and inspection checklists. Troubleshoot process, product quality, safety, and environmental problems and identify equipment requiring maintenance. Prepare equipment for maintenance, Issue Safe Work Permits and monitor daily maintenance work Ensure safe and efficient performance of maintenance and project work. Act as a resource for other Technicians on job tasks and prioritization of work activities.
Take ownership for the accurate completion of all assigned tasks. Can certify on other plant certifications as required. Participate in site Emergency Response Team, if required Complete all duties as assigned with a high degree of dedication to safety and environmental stewardship. Execute EHS Standards and Operating Disciplines with a high degree of ownership and excellence Required Qualifications A minimum of a High School diploma or GED is required.
Able to meet physical requirements for the emergency response team. Willing to join Houston Hub Emergency Response Team. Must be able to work a rotating shift schedule including nights, weekends, overtime and holidays as required. Current, valid US driver’s license. 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. Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree or higher plus a Process Technology Certification 3 or more years of Military experience with a technical specialty in lieu of a degree. Experience in logistics activities including offloading/loading chemical tank wagons, drumming, track mobile/railcar operation and warehouse operations. Physical Requirements Able to lift hoses, bolt flanges and operate valves and similar equipment as a normal part of the job.
Lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs. Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting. Stand, walk, stoop, and twist. Stand 50% of the time. Walk for extended periods of time Work at heights,