Chemical Operator

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 and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2023 revenue of approximately $9.2 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit .

Chemical Operator

The selected individual will assure all production activities are conducted in a safe, responsible and environmentally sound manner in compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies. This includes:

Responsibilities
Maintaining, controlling and monitoring process equipment following standard operating procedures
Troubleshooting process problems as necessary and performing minor maintenance
Staying abreast of process changes and communicating status at shift turnover meetings
Taking samples and performing minor analytical tests, monitoring the results of the samples and taking corrective actions if necessary
Recording process and production data according to departmental requirements
Supporting supervisors and engineers to troubleshoot problems and enhance production, quality and safety
Staying up to date on computer software and equipment (Delta-V, SAP and Outlook)
Detect faulty equipment by inspection, testing, or general knowledge of the work
Assist in basic root cause failure analysis (RCFA) on equipment
Work from drawings, written specifications, sketches, job plans, and oral instructions
Support Zero Incident Mindset and utilize Safe Work Practices, including LOTO, Confined Space, Permitting, Work from Elevation, etc.

Required Skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to excel in a team environment while working with minimal supervision
Must be knowledgeable of safety and environmental processes and procedures

In addition to the above requirements, all external candidates must meet the following:

Successful completion of a physical assessment
Must be able to wear a respirator
Must be able to repeatedly climb and descend stairs/ladders of up to eight stories
Must be able to work rotating shifts that include weekends

Required Experience
3 years manufacturing experience or a two-year degree in a related field
Chemical processing background preferred
PSM experience / familiarity with PSM requirements a plus
If you have taken a chemical operator or process operations course at any institution, please indicate that on your resume

Years of Experience: 2+ to 5 Years

Level of Education: High School Diploma or GED

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Salary Type: Hourly

Shift Work: Required (1st, 2nd & 3rd shift)

Travel: No Travel Required

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.