Industrial Hygiene Technician
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Position: Industrial Hygiene Technician
Primary Location: Deer Park (TX, USA), Texas, United States of America
Additional Locations: Texas City (TX, USA)Houston (TX, USA)
Schedule: Full time
Date Posted: 09/15/2026
Job Number: R2065201
Position Type: Regular
Workplace Type: Onsite
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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 an Industrial Hygiene Technician ! This position will support the Houston Hub (Deer Park, Lone Star, Bayport, and Texas City sites) . In this role, you will share with the Industrial Hygiene (IH) Specialist the responsibility for the implementation of the IH management system (work processes, standards, procedures) in order to meet business objectives and to maintain the license to operate. You will also be responsible for conducting hands-on industrial hygiene assessments and activities.
Responsibilities
Implement detailed, task level, day-to-day Industrial Hygiene programs, utilizing the IH work process, standards, and procedures.
Ensure that the IH and Health aspects of operating discipline are adequate and applied to achieve IH performance goals. In most cases, would perform the role of section owner for the IH sections of operating discipline.
Act as the Plant resource for related IH information on procedures, guidelines and standards.
Serve as plant contact for IH and Health issues.
Coach teams and individuals on IH related tasks and activities.
Assist in developing and achieving area or plant IH goals.
Ensure compliance tasks are completed.
Perform/coordinate certain IH routine and non-routine monitoring (with assistance from the plant aligned H&S tech for scheduling and identifying non-routine), including monitoring strategy, data collection, analyzing and reporting for the Plant
Responsible for managing IH monitoring equipment and returning it in a timely manner.
As required, participate in IH related reviews and projects.
Coordinate the schedules for audits in the IH related areas.
As required, conduct and document investigations of incidents and ensure follow up actions to prevent re-occurrences that are addressed.
Coordinate with Industrial Hygiene Expertise and Health Services to assign medical surveillance requirements to affected employees.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent.
A minimum of 2 years of relevant working experience.
Ability to work overtime as needed.
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
Relevant industrial hygiene associate degree or professional certification.
Industrial Hygiene Tech Experience including but not limited to knowledge of dosimetry, equipment calibration and preparation, monitoring methods, and use of direct reading instruments (PIDs, multi-gas meters, etc.).
Basic analytical chemistry to understand lab reports (flow rates, volume, mass, concentration, and occupational exposure limits).
Experience or willing to learn Industrial Hygiene management software such as Cority, ear-fit, and noise data management.
Basic radiation fundamentals and use of radiation survey equipment.
Skills
Proactive Problem Solving: A self-starter who can identify, prioritize and deliver quality work. Strong problem solving and time management skills.
Influential Leadership: Inspire others and lead them through influence. Strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills and good interpersonal skills. Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Occupational Health and Safety: Ensuring a safe work environment by working safely and complying with environmental, health and safety standards.
Microsoft Office: Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Word and Excel, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
Physical Demands
Lift, push, and pull.
Frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Work at heights, climb stairs and ladders.
Ability to work in an indoor/outdoor environment.
Work in tight and closed in spaces.
Wear all required personal protective equipment, including but not limited to respirator, earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes.
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 opens in a new tab .
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