R&D/TS&D Technician

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 This Role

The Dow Chemical Company has an exciting and challenging opportunity for an R&D/TS&D Technician in the Adhesives segment, part of Dow Coating Materials (DCM) located in Collegeville, PA. 

DCM provides innovative raw material technologies that help advance the performance and sustainability of a broad portfolio of polymeric binders, dispersants, rheology modifiers, surfactants, defoamers, and wetting agents for a wide variety of end markets, including paints, traffic markings, industrial coatings, paper packaging, adhesives, metal packaging, and performance additives. 

Dow’s Acrylic Adhesives business delivers differentiated acrylic technologies that enable reliable bonding and functional performance across tapes, labels, textiles, non‑wovens, and specialty applications. Our portfolio includes advanced water‑based acrylic systems designed to meet demanding performance, processing, and sustainability requirements for customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Interacts and communicates effectively with Adhesives TS&D organization on customer projects and generation of strategic market-relevant data to drive new business development.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a High School diploma (or equivalent) AND 3+ years of laboratory or manufacturing experience OR a minimum Associate’s degree in Process Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or similar technology related area.
• 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

• Experience with analytical equipment, methodologies, and capabilities.
• Experience analyzing and testing adhesives 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.

Physical Demands

• 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.

Skills

• Laboratory Instrumentation: Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Laboratory Safety: Apply safety protocols, hazard identification, and regulatory compliance.
• Analytical Thinking: Evaluate complex problems, interpret data, and select solutions using scientific reasoning.
• Technical Communication: Clearly convey technical information through reports, charts, and verbal updates.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work: Structure tasks, manage time, and prioritize activities to meet project goals efficiently.

Additional Notes

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.

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.

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