• Interacts and communicates effectively with Paper R&D organization to support delivery of innovation projects.
• Interacts and communicates effectively with global TS&D organization on customer projects and generation of strategic market-relevant data to drive new business development in specialty paper.
• Conducts laboratory experiments independently, compiles and communicates results in a timely fashion, and contributes to discussions on next steps.
• Handles complex laboratory tasks including methods and procedures and promptly communicates issues to enable or accelerate resolution.
• Holds essential know-how on safe operation of small-scale and large-scale laboratory equipment and change management processes, and implements these to Dow standards.
• Responsible for calibration, safe operation, and routine maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, machinery, and systems.
• Uses knowledge of the relevant technology consisting of products, test methods, industry standards, and testing equipment to efficiently complete projects.
• Works with colleagues to define and implement new testing methods for development purposes which may require creating unique configurations of existing equipment or development/fabrication of new equipment, test methodologies, or systems.
• Documents laboratory findings in a timely and well-organized manner.
• Interacts and communicates effectively with other groups and departments to streamline critical laboratory operations (e.g. sample shipping, analytical support, etc.)
• Trains other work group members and contractors on specific work processes, equipment, and machinery.

• A minimum of a High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience in a research lab or technical support lab.
• Must be 18 years old or older.
• 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.

• Associate’s degree or higher in a technical field or 4 years+ military training/experience.
• 2 or more years of experience in a research lab or technical support lab.
• Experience with analytical equipment, methodologies, and capabilities.
• Experience with industrial coating equipment, such as gravure, curtain, rod, spray or dip coating.
• Experience analyzing and testing packaging materials.
• Strong prioritization, problem solving and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, ability to organize and summarize experimental data, and ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:
  • Frequent/occasional Lifting, pushing, and pulling material weighing approximately 10-25 lbs.
  • Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
  • Stand most of the time.
  • Climb stairs and ladders.
  • Wear all required personal protective equipment.

• 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)

Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. 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 call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.