At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. 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 exciting opportunity for a Production Technician in St. Clair River, Ontario. In this role, you will safely operate, monitor, and maintain plant equipment to support reliable and efficient manufacturing operations. Working as part of a shift team, you will use your technical knowledge and troubleshooting skills to optimize production, respond to operational challenges, and drive continuous improvement. You will also support training, maintenance, and emergency response activities while contributing to a strong culture of safety and operational excellence. Responsibilities Follow Operating Discipline policies, procedures, and standards to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of assigned plant areas. Operate, inspect, and monitor process equipment, control systems, and key performance metrics to maintain optimal plant performance aligned with business goals. Perform scheduled operational activities and respond to unplanned events to support continuous operations. Collaborate across shift teams to balance workload, resolve issues, and ensure tasks are completed on time. Conduct effective shift handovers to ensure clear communication and operational continuity. Maintain qualifications and complete required training while proactively addressing skill and knowledge gaps. Mentor and train operations personnel on process operations, troubleshooting, and operating discipline practices. Support emergency response activities and participate in incident investigations and root cause analysis as needed. Use plant performance metrics and process knowledge to identify, communicate, and implement operational improvement opportunities. Perform autonomous maintenance activities, including minor repairs and preventive maintenance, in accordance with established procedures. Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Willing and able to work a 12 hour rotating shift. Willing and able to work overtime as needed. Willing and able to respond to emergency situations. A minimum requirement for this Canada based position is the ability to work legally in the Canada. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position. Preferred Qualifications Technical diploma. Previous experience in a manufacturing role. Previous experience operating a forklift. Forklift operator license. Physical Requirements Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations: Lift, push, and pull up to 25 kg's from the ground level on a continuous basis. Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting Stand 50% of the time. Walk for extended periods of time Work at heights, climb stairs and ladders. Work in tight and closed in spaces. Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator, ear plugs, and goggles. Work in an area of intense or continuous noise. Work in an area with hazardous materials Skills Safety Focus: Consistently prioritizes safe work practices and demonstrates a strong commitment to safety in all aspects of plant operations. Communication: Effectively communicates with a diverse workforce through strong verbal, written, listening, and reading comprehension skills. Problem Solving: Identifies issues, troubleshoots operational challenges, and develops practical solutions to support reliable plant performance. Interpersonal Effectiveness: Builds positive working relationships and collaborates effectively with multiple functions and diverse individuals to achieve shared goals. Computer Proficiency: Uses computer systems and digital tools proficiently to perform operational and administrative job tasks. Additional Notes This position does not offer relocation assistance. Operator Progression is managed at the site level. 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) Join our team, we can make a difference together. 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 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. 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. As part of our dedication to inclusion, 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 www.dow.com. At Dow, diversity and inclusion are inherent in our work environment. We are committed to building a vibrant, diverse and talented employee base – and helping each employee grow and develop as part of Dow's inclusive global community. Dow has an accommodation process in place to support employees with disabilities. 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. Dow is a company of more than 36,500 global innovators, believers and solutions providers. We are a diverse community marked by respect, integrity, and a desire to make the world a better place. A career at Dow is an invitation to explore, create, and make valuable contributions to human progress.

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