[{"country_short": "USA", "city": "Spring House", "description": "Title: Lab Testing Assistant / Researcher Intern\nLocation: Pennsylvania-Spring House\n\nDow Advanced Materials has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Lab Testing Assistant / Researcher Intern for the Dow Water and Process Solutions business located in Spring House, PA.\n\nDow Advanced Materials, a division of The Dow Chemical Company, develops innovative products and solutions that address societal megatrends, including Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure, Health and Nutrition, and Consumerism. We are a global leader in the major markets we serve, including electronics, building and construction, packaging, coatings, water purification, and adhesives, to name a few.\n\n\nJOB DESCRIPTION:\nThe job consists of analyzing ion exchange resins using wet methods as well as semi-automated techniques, compiling and summarizing data, entering data into data base and writing draft reports for the supervisor.\n\nJOB PURPOSE:\nTo support the Dow Water and Process Solutions business / technical service group by providing various analyses of ion exchange resin samples received from our customers.\n\nESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:\nThe candidate will perform basic maintenance & calibration of lab equipment, perform specialized testing and prepare and analyze the samples. The candidate will also be expected to prepare chemical solutions for use in the resin analyses. The candidate will participate in department & company safety programs.\n\nESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS:\nThis is a customer focused lab processing many sample analyses, it is very important that the candidate is a team player. This work group functions best with team members that are flexible and work well together seamlessly, not independently. The candidate must be familiar with basic lab techniques and computer use.\nJOB QUALIFICATIONS:\nA preferred candidate will have completed one year of college chemistry / science related field and be enrolled for a second semester. A science related major is required. No past job experience is required, all training will be provided.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS:\nCandidate may occasionally need to lift or help lift 50 lb at a time. Candidate will not be required to operate a motor vehicle.\n\nThe ideal candidate will possess the following skills:\n* Highly motivated and results-driven individual\n* Must be able to work well in teams and independently\n* Maintains a high level of safety awareness\nAll candidates that receive a job offer will be required to:\n* Pass a Substance Abuse (drug) screen and a medical evaluation\n* Pass a background check", "date_new": "2012-05-21 19:30:46", "url": "http://dow.jobs/xml/28835573/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Dow Chemical", "title": "Lab Testing Assistant / Researcher Intern", "reqid": "1203931", "state": "Pennsylvania", "state_short": "PA", "location": "Spring House, PA", "uid": 28835573}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Spring House", "description": "Title: Scientist/Engineer- Process Steward\nLocation: Pennsylvania-Spring House\nDow Advanced Materials has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Scientist/Engineer to fill the role of Process Steward supporting the Coating Materials business located in Spring House, Pennsylvania.\n\n\nDow Coating Materials is the most innovative coatings raw material supplier in the world. We drive fundamental shifts in the coatings industry, moving the market as the expert\u2019s expert in coatings solutions. Through our mission of collaboration, inspiration, innovation and growth, we provide material products, science, technology, and manufacturing solutions to the architectural and industrial coatings industry worldwide. Dow Coating Materials operates 43 manufacturing plants worldwide and 13 dedicated R&D facilities across all major geographic markets where Dow does business. For more information please visithttp://www.dow.com/coating\n\nThis role is part of our Plant Support group responsible for leading laboratory projects to solve technical problems in our Emulsions Manufacturing Network. \n\nKey Responsibilities:\n* Designing and conducting experiments\n* Coordinating with technical experts in our plants as well as our technical R&D community\n* Applying statistical methods to data analysis\n* Conducting literature searches\n* Preparing technical written and oral reports.  \n* The scientist/engineer will be EHS focused, innovative and show growth potential assuming additional responsibilities within the Plant Support group.\n\nEducation and Experience:\n* Minimum M.S. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering, Ph.D. preferred\n* A strong understanding of chemistry and emulsion polymerization synthesis is required\n* An understanding of analytical methods including polymer characterization techniques (IR, NMR, DMA, particle size analysis and rheological tests)\n* Plant experience or familiarity with manufacturing is highly desired\n* High level of proficiency independently designing experiments\n* Demonstrated strong technical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills\n* Excellent written and oral communication skills are required\n* Six Sigma experience a plus\n* Ability to balance multiple competing priorities\n* High bias for action\n* Ability to interact with cross functional and cross regional teams \n* Travel is dictated by project requirements and is expected to be less than 15%\n\n\nDow Advanced Materials, a division of The Dow Chemical Company, develops innovative products and solutions that address societal megatrends, including Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure, Health and Nutrition, and Consumerism. We are a global leader in the major markets we serve, including electronics, building and construction, packaging, coatings, water purification, and adhesives, to name a few.\n\nAt Dow Advanced Materials, we are harnessing the power of science and technology to improve the lives of people around the world. We are accomplishing this by empowering our people - the Human Element - to lead change. To recognize their outstanding efforts and contributions, we offer a total rewards package which is considered top tier in our industry.\n\nDow Advanced Materials Offers:\n* Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits\n* An annual variable pay program that rewards team and individual performance and shares company, business or functional success\n* Employee stock ownership - and the commitment to long-term success that it brings\n* On-going learning opportunities in a rewarding work environment\n* Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth\n* The chance to work on global teams with colleagues around the world and in different locations", "date_new": "2012-05-15 18:52:00", "url": "http://dow.jobs/xml/28705353/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Dow Chemical", "title": "Scientist/Engineer- Process Steward", "reqid": "1204586", "state": "Pennsylvania", "state_short": "PA", "location": "Spring House, PA", "uid": 28705353}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Spring House", "description": "Title: Technical Service Group Leader - Functional Coatings\nLocation: Pennsylvania-Spring House\nDow Advanced Materials has an exciting and challenging position for a Technical Service Group Leader in Functional Coatings located in Spring House, Pennsylvania.\n\n\nDow Advanced Materials, a division of The Dow Chemical Company, develops innovative products and solutions that address societal megatrends, including Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure, Health and Nutrition, and Consumerism. We are a global leader in the major markets we serve, including electronics, building and construction, packaging, coatings, water purification, and adhesives, to name a few.\n\nThe role of the Technical Service Group Leader for Leather in Dow Coating Materials (DCM), Functional Coatings is to provide customer support and leadership for the Leather Technical Service Group to ensure we deliver:\n* High quality products with good selling tools and manufacturing excellence\n* Excellent technical support and service to our customers\n* Sound project management and development of our Leather Technical Service team members   \n\nKey Responsibilities:\n* Lead and inspire Technical Service team to deliver business objectives\n* Support current products and all issues related to product quality\n* Support commercial team and customer technical requests to defend and grow our business\n* Develop relationship with our alliance partner and key customers\n* Identify new opportunities and lead our minor product development projects with tight timelines\n* Engage with other key functions in DCM (Sales, Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Supply Chain) on technical issues to ensure strong collaboration and clear communication\n* Drive technical excellence in the group using sound Project Management,Design of Experimentetc\n* Develop robust technical information/communication in the form of reports of call, technical reports, presentations, product data sheets and technical notesetc.\n* Provide customer training on existing portfolio and new products\n* Prioritize and focus team resources, balancing needs to deliver the best overall results for Dow Leather Solutions\n* Network with Leather Technical Service group in SDC providing support and collaboration as needed\n* Develop competency in Leather technologies, formulations, application methods, testing and also be familiar with Leather industrial standards and protocols\n\nEducation and Experience:\n* BS, MS, or PhD in chemistry or chemical engineering. A minimum of 10 years technical experience and 2 years leadership experience\n* Strong record of achievement in technical role\n* Ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team to deliver superior results\n* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain customer relationships and maximize customer intimacy\n* Demonstrated ability to innovate and define new approaches\n* Business Acumen\n* Language skills (German, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese) a plus\n* Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with employees at all levels in the organization especially during customer interfacing situations\n* Results-driven individual with excellent organization and presentation skills as well as creative problem-solving skills\n* Experience in experimental design, data evaluation and presentation\n* Maintains a high level of safety awareness and is a vocal safety advocate in all operations.\n* Proficient in Microsoft Office suite\nCandidates lacking specific leather finishing skills and/or knowledge will be considered if they have related experience with the chemistries used in Leather, a coatings formulations expertise, the ability to provide technical support and an ability to learn. The successful candidate should have good analytical skills and problem solving capabilities.  Developing good relationships with our alliance partner and strategic customers is a must as well as establishing a presence in the leather industry.\n\nAt Dow Advanced Materials, we are harnessing the power of science and technology to improve the lives of people around the world. We are accomplishing this by empowering our people - the Human Element - to lead change. To recognize their outstanding efforts and contributions, we offer a total rewards package which is considered top tier in our industry.\n\nDow Advanced Materials Offers:\n* Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits\n* An annual variable pay program that rewards team and individual performance and shares company, business or functional success\n* Employee stock ownership - and the commitment to long-term success that it brings\n* On-going learning opportunities in a rewarding work environment\n* Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth\n* The chance to work on global teams with colleagues around the world and in different locations", "date_new": "2012-05-10 19:19:20", "url": "http://dow.jobs/xml/28607537/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Dow Chemical", "title": "Technical Service Group Leader  - Functional Coatings", "reqid": "1203944", "state": "Pennsylvania", "state_short": "PA", "location": "Spring House, PA", "uid": 28607537}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Spring House", "description": "Title: Technical Service Engineer-IER\nLocation: Pennsylvania-Spring House\nDow Advanced Materials has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Technical Service Engineer for Ion Exchange Resins (IER) based in Midland MI or Springhouse, PA.\n\nDow Advanced Materials, a division of The Dow Chemical Company, develops innovative products and solutions that address societal megatrends, including Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure, Health and Nutrition, and Consumerism. We are a global leader in the major markets we serve, including electronics, building and construction, packaging, coatings, water purification, and adhesives, to name a few.\n\nThis position is based within the Dow Water & Process Solutions (DWPS) business and will report to the North American Commercial Manager, Industrial and Commercial Water, for DWPS. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing technical support for the ion exchange resin products that are used for water treatment in industrial and commercial markets in North America.\nThe focus of this position is to support sales growth through unparalleled expertise in the Water Treatment market.\n\nPrimary responsibilities include:\n\n\n\nTechnical Support\n* Support Account Plans for Strategic Accounts\n* Deliver unequaled technical support (process design, projections, start up, trouble-shooting) to customers across products and applications with the main emphasis on the Industrial and Potable Water treatment markets\n* Define warranty positions for project bids and manages warranty claims\n* Work with customers to define unmet needs\n* Provide application and product training seminars to customers and end-users\n* Work closely with all business functions to resolve quality issues and provide product improvements\n* Help support concept/pilot work for new opportunities in specific applications in conjunction with the Application Development group\n* Identify new opportunities/product gaps and represent customer needs to Research and Application Development to offer new solutions\n* Deliver organic growth & support the Market/Application initiatives and strategies\n* Support industry trade shows and events as the technology expert. Participation includes presenting technical papers and presentations at conferences and in industry journals.\n* Develop Relationships/Partnerships with customers and professional organizations\n* Travel for this position will be up to 50%\n\nBusiness Management\n* Reviews quality specifications\n* Helps develop promotional literature\n* Supports new product launches\n* Reviews technical content for Sales Tool kits\n* Maintains a high degree of water purification technology knowledge \n* Be a resource to the business on competitive intelligence.\n* Be knowledgeable on market trends. Provide Voice of Customer input on key Innovation programs.\n\n* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering\n* Demonstrate leadership and credibility\n* Demonstrate creativity\n* Exhibit strong communication skills and teamwork\n* Dedication to the business and product line\n\nAt Dow, we are harnessing the power of science and technology to improve the lives of people around the world. We are accomplishing this by empowering our people - the Human Element - to lead change. To recognize their outstanding efforts and contributions, we offer a total rewards package which is considered top tier in our industry.\n\nDow offers:\n* Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits\n* An annual variable pay program that rewards team and individual performance and shares company, business or functional success\n* Employee stock ownership - and the commitment to long-term success that it brings\n* On-going learning opportunities in a rewarding work environment\n* Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth\n* The chance to work on global teams with colleagues around the world and in different locations\n* Permanent authorization to work in the U.S. is required for this position.", "date_new": "2012-05-09 20:20:54", "url": "http://dow.jobs/xml/28580696/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Dow Chemical", "title": "Technical Service Engineer-IER", "reqid": "1204612", "state": "Pennsylvania", "state_short": "PA", "location": "Spring House, PA", "uid": 28580696}, {"country_short": "USA", "city": "Spring House", "description": "Title: Senior Technical Service Specialist\nLocation: Pennsylvania-Spring House\nDow Advanced Materials has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Senior Technical Service Specialist, located in Spring House, Pennsylvania.\n\n\nDow Advanced Materials, a division of The Dow Chemical Company, develops innovative products and solutions that address societal megatrends, including Energy, Transportation and Infrastructure, Health and Nutrition, and Consumerism. We are a global leader in the major markets we serve, including electronics, building and construction, packaging, coatings, water purification, and adhesives, to name a few.\n\nThe primary role of the Senior Technical Service Specialist is to provide technical paper coating expertise and direction to the commercialization and selling of DCM products and services by being the internal paper coating expert on the properties and use of DCM products. Tech Service Specialists interact extensively with customers, R&D, marketing, and manufacturing to maximize the value of DCM products and services by being regarded in the industry as experts in their field.\n\nThis role owns the technical knowledge of paper and board coating formulations and understanding necessary for the launch and support of DCM products. The Senior Technical Service Secialist is expected to provide technical direction to the business by collaborating with marketing, account managers, R&D personnel, and management. They establish and prioritize projects, staff them, and extract knowledge from them. They are accountable for the quality and depth of technical knowledge of DCM products and are a key technical source for Sales Service.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n* Understand the needs of DCM customers and how DCM products can deliver solutions to the needs of their paper coating formulation and application\n* Be the technical resource for the business (marketing, R&D, etc.), responsible for technical information about the market and about our products.\n* Develop product notes and sales tools for new products. Support e-Center and distributors in promoting DCM products.\n* Address all technical, product (Hollow Sphere Pigments, binders, additives, etc.) related issues \u2013 at times these are quality related issues, other instances are customer handling or formulating issues, work within DCM to resolve product quality issues either at the plant or another lever where appropriate\n* Develop, maintain, and enhance positive relationships with customer stakeholders e.g. technical organizations, manufacturing, purchasing, and marketing.\n* Evaluate and influence the design of new products e.g. First Customer\u201d\n* Design, coordinate, and execute projects.\n* Share in identifying new market and customer trends, needs and opportunities, and help to translate those into new technology programs by working with R&D and Marketing.\n* Understand technical requirements by application and engage with different players in the value chain to drive implementation and drive new technology adoption.\n* Represent Dow at trade associations and industry groups as appropriate.\n\n\nExperience and Education:\n* BS degree required, preferably chemistry, physics, chemical engineering or other physical science; Masters or PhD highly desired\n* Minimum 10 years technical experience in paper coatings\n* \nChemistry of different binders and additives / application expertise in paper coating equipment\n* \nRaw material influences on paper properties\n* The ability to understand and analyze customer needs and develop solutions is critical to this role.\n* Excellent collaborative and communication skills within Dow and with Dow customers are critical to success in this role.\n* Knowledge and experience with DOE (Design of Experiments) as well as good project management skills are required.\n* Six Sigma certification is a plus. \n* Highly motivated and results-driven individual with excellent interpersonal skills \n* High safety awareness and demonstrated personal safety engagement are required\n* This position will require some travel \nAt Dow Advanced Materials, we are harnessing the power of science and technology to improve the lives of people around the world. We are accomplishing this by empowering our people - the Human Element - to lead change. To recognize their outstanding efforts and contributions, we offer a total rewards package which is considered top tier in our industry.\n\nDow Advanced Materials Offers:\n* Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits\n* An annual variable pay program that rewards team and individual performance and shares company, business or functional success\n* Employee stock ownership - and the commitment to long-term success that it brings\n* On-going learning opportunities in a rewarding work environment\n* Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth\n* The chance to work on global teams with colleagues around the world and in different locations\n\n*Permanent work authorization in the U.S. is required for this position.", "date_new": "2012-04-09 23:18:37", "url": "http://dow.jobs/xml/27762296/job", "country": "United States", "company": "Dow Chemical", "title": "Senior Technical Service Specialist", "reqid": "1201704", "state": "Pennsylvania", "state_short": "PA", "location": "Spring House, PA", "uid": 27762296}]