R&;D Scientific Glass Blowing Technologist
Company: Dow
Location: Midland
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Our purpose Join a team that's passionate about partnership.
With careers at Dow, we take time to explore questions and talk to
each other. We love to learn. Our people are driven by limitless
curiosity. We are an innovative, customer centric, inclusive, and
sustainable materials science company. Employing 36,500 individuals
Across 109 manufacturing sites In over 31 countries Our portfolio
of products and solutions include: Plastics: With new technology
trends, our plastic additives can be experienced in many everyday
items including vinyl, blow-molding bottles, film, rigid
containers, PVC plastics, siding, decks and rails, foam pipes and
profile formulations, window frames and high-efficiency lubricants.
Industrial intermediates: As the product of a reaction that is
beneficial when used as a precursor chemical for another product,
industrial intermediates can take on many shapes and forms. Ours
are used in home comfort and appliance, building and construction,
adhesives, and lubricants, and more. Coatings: Whether it's a
water-based coating or solvent-based coating, a thin film is
deposited on materials to enhance specific properties such as
enhanced performance, durability, aesthetics, and sustainability.
Silicone businesses: Our silicone-based materials can withstand
more demanding applications, from those operating at extreme
temperatures, to those under harsh environmental conditions for
long periods of time. Learn more about our partnerships,
collaborations, and innovations on LinkedIn or Twitter We make
diversity and inclusion a priority-because sharing our perspectives
and building on each other's ideas will drive innovation. Could you
imagine yourself in a place like this? Dow's Core Research and
Development Engineering & Process Science capability has an
exciting opportunity for a R&D Scientific Glass Blowing
Technologist. In this role, you will partner with functions
including Research and Development and Environmental Operations to
design and fabricate custom and specialty borosilicate and quartz
scientific glassware. This may involve working from sketches or
design ideas without detailed drawings allowing you to use
technical creativity. In addition, you will modify and repair
laboratory glassware on-site, maintain inventory for the glass
shop, and provide customer service for internal customers. As time
allows, you will support other lab activities such as building
glassware and metal experimental processes, conduct analytical
testing and support routine experimentation for the Process
Sciences Team. About you This role is located in Michigan
Operations Research and Development campus in Midland, MI. The
successful candidate for this role will partner with engineers and
leadership to apply skills to conduct scientific glass blowing. You
will also assume responsibility for working effectively in a team
setting to manage safety and maintenance requirements. Also, you
can complete each of the following tasks: Shares technical
knowledge with researchers and other internal customers in the
installation, use, and safe handling of glassware Fabricates,
designs, modifies, and repairs scientific equipment to support
research projects Answers questions and provides technical
information on glassware Supports troubleshooting efforts to define
and resolve problems Leads the operations and/or management of the
glass shop Follows safety standards and ensures routine maintenance
of equipment in shop Supports other lab activities such as building
glassware and metal experimental processes, conducts analytical
testing, supporting routine experiments Required qualifications A
minimum of 5 years of experience in a fully equipped glass
laboratory (borosilicate and quartz), experience with operation a
variety of related equipment, understanding of safety protocols as
related to the use of pressurized gasses and open flames and
related hazards At minimum High School Diploma or GED. 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. Willing and able to meet
physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable
accommodations: Wear all required personal protective equipment
Perform frequent bending, reaching, and heavy lifting, climb
stairs/ladders and working at heights as well as standing or
walking for extended periods of time Your skills, knowledge, and
abilities include: Knowledgeable with Microsoft applications, such
as Word and Excel Demonstrating competencies in the areas of:
leadership, initiative, teamwork, and interpersonal effectiveness
Ensuring a safe work environment by working safely and, complying
with environmental, health and safety standards Strong work ethic
and being able to remain productive in an empowered team
environment Additional notes No visa sponsorship/support is
available for this position, including for any type of U.S.
permanent residency (green card) process We do not offer relocation
assistance for Dow jobs like 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
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load your resume when logging into apply. What can we accomplish
together? Apply to find out! Dow Offers: A robust total rewards
program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards
individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive
benefitsOn-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 DowDow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth;
asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials
science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental,
social and governance (ESG) leadership to achieve profitable growth
and deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to
become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and
sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's 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, mobility and consumer
applications. Dow operates 104 manufacturing sites in 31 countries
and employs approximately 35,700 people. Dow delivered sales of
approximately $55 billion in 2021. References to Dow or the Company
mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please
visit or on Twitter.As part of our dedication to the diversity of
our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in
employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self
to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a
more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal
opportunities is available on is an Equal Employment Opportunity
employer and is committed to providing opportunities 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 or you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR and select option 0,
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