Improvement Manager

Dow has an opening for an Improvement Manager located in Seadrift, TX . The Improvement Manager leads the prioritization and implementation of all plant improvement opportunities and required implementation resources for a global process technology; Partners with the Plant and Operations leaders to solicit and collect ideas, describe opportunities, and implement projects. They meets global business goals through optimization of the process technology, implementation of improvement projects and implementation of Most Effective Technology (MET). and requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines. Responsibilities / Duties

Serves in a business leadership role leading the development and completion of technology plans supporting global business and functional strategy by application of the continuous improvement work process.

Leads the continuous improvement work process to develop and implement Plant Specific Technology Plans in alignment with the Global Technology Plan including data collection, gap analysis, idea generation, prioritization, improvement project implementation, and review of results.

Coordinates and leverages globally, the resources required for implementation of the Technology plans .

Monitors and measures implementation of the technology plans.

Provides input for improvement of work practices and priorities using plant and improvement project data.

Interfaces with the business and participating in business plan technology development.

Works with the technology center to set priorities for MET definition needs.

Provides coaching and direction on goals and plans for Improvement Engineers.

Ensures validation of project performance objectives after implementation Problem solving g/troubleshooting ability.

Has an in-depth understanding of technology and work practices.

Serves as a change agent for driving technology. Required Qualifications:

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

A minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience

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:

Chemical Engineering degree is preferred

Note: Domestic relocation assistance may be available for this role.

Dow Offers:
A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits

On-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 Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines one of the broadest technology sets in the industry with asset integration, focused innovation and global scale to achieve profitable growth and become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company. Dow’s portfolio of performance materials, industrial intermediates and plastics businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated science-based products and solutions for our customers in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure and consumer care. Dow operates 113 manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 37,000 people. Dow delivered pro forma sales of approximately $50 billion in 2018. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries.