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 Are you pragmatic but also passionate about working in the laboratory?Do you like to be involved in experiments?Then Dow is looking for you!We have an exciting career opportunity for a Research & Development Technician to reinforce our Packaging & Specialty Plastics Lab Team in Tarragona, Spain.The R&D technician provides basic technical support to prepare and execute experiments for new product development, application development, technical service, and/or product or process research for internal and external customer support.Responsibilities Managing and safely performing laboratory activities, maintaining and running relevant testing equipment and documenting data.Preparing for and conducting standard and some non-routine procedures using relevant equipment and instruments, for which activities may include sample or materials preparations, equipment setup and/or configurations, and proper handling and disposal of waste materials.Carefully recording readings and observations using relevant equipment and instruments.You are responsible for calibration, safe operation, and routine maintenance of simple and moderately complex equipment.You will also troubleshoot faulty equipment effects repairs or initiate repair processes as appropriate.Maintaining inventories of consumable materials, chemicals, and supplies related to activities by anticipating usage rates, order lead times, and ordering/purchasing procedures.Closely communicates with the technology leader or lead scientists to enable or accelerate problem resolution.Participating in work group team meetings to address safety, task & job planning, process improvement, problem solving, and other relevant topics.You understand and follow appropriate EH&S standards; lead by example in the area of safety behaviors by promoting safe work habits.QualificationsYou hold a technical vocational degree as lab analyst and/or mechanical/electrical background or experienceSpanish and English are requiredPreferred SkillsHave previous experience (min.3 years) in polymer or film conversion (extrusion, extrusion coating, compounding) or packaging converting is a plus.Film physical testing experience is a plusBenefits – 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 and emotional 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.Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.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.Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies: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.Join our team, we can make a difference together.About DowDow (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 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people.Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023.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 .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.
