What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations and Apprentice position at Eastman Chemical Company?
Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visitwww.eastman.com.
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We are looking for new colleagues for performing production work in one of the seven areas: Coating & Laminating, Dye House, DIY, Rewind, Sputtering, Metalizing and Silicone. All positions will report and work under the general supervision of a Team Manager. Primary responsibilities include:
- Perform start up and shut down of operating equipment.
- Monitor and troubleshoot equipment.
- Maintain production area and participate in housekeeping/safety/environmental inspections.
- Load and unload items from machines, carts, and dollies.
- Feed or place items onto equipment for processing.
- Perform preventative and routine maintenance
- Identify process deviations and perform root cause/corrective action
- Other duties as assigned
- High School Diploma/GED Required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Minimum 2 years experience:
- In roll-to-roll converting industry
- Solvent based coating deposition and working in a hazardous rated environment
- Experience manufacturing Paint Protection Films & Window Films
- You understand and follow all safety procedures
- You are willing to work 12 hour rotating shift schedules
- Familiar with basic computer functions such as creating, sending, and receiving e-mail and data entry
- Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- Understand mechanical fundamentals and how to apply them to properly operate and maintain the performance of the equipment within their area of responsibility
We care about our team members and their families and recognize the importance of personal well-being. That is why we carefully craft benefits to improve your life by offering you a wide range of highly valued benefits, programs, and services from day one of your employment. These include:
- Competitive pay
- Health Care, Dental &Vision
- Life Insurances (employee and dependents)
- Sick Time, long term disability & long-term care
- Paid Vacation beginning at a minimum of 3 weeks, plus 12 Company-Paid Holidays
- 401k company contributions of 8.5% annually
- We will provide you with all the training and tools you will need to develop and grow with us
Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
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Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.