Operations and Apprentice

Role details

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, visit  www.eastman.com .

Responsibilities

Come grow with us

Are you passionate about doing your best work, making a difference, and influencing your own development in an environment where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point? Well… come and grow with us and apply to one of our open positions!

How you'll help us innovate to build a better world

We are looking for new colleagues for performing production work in our Coating & Laminating area. 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

Qualifications

We would love to hear from people with:

• High School Diploma/GED Required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred

Minimum of 2 years of experience in the following:

• In roll-to-roll converting industry
• Solvent based coating deposition, dying, or web slitting
• Working in a hazardous rated environment
• Experience manufacturing Window Films

Further requirements specific to this role:

• This will be a night shift - 8pm - 8am
• 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

This is what we offer

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
• We will provide you with all the training and tools you will need to develop and grow with us

The base salary range for this position is $19.99/hour.

At Eastman, we are committed to transparency and integrity in our compensation practices. Eastman includes salary ranges in some job postings to provide clear compensation information and to be compliant with state laws that require disclosure. Not all postings display ranges due to factors like location, market conditions, or position specifics. Compensation is based on qualifications and experience. Candidates are encouraged to discuss their salary questions during the interview process.

Benefits

Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.

Compensation & Incentives

• Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage—paired with a Health Savings Account option to help you save tax-free dollars for care today or in the future.
• A robust menu of voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection, and more—so you can tailor coverage to fit your life.
• Holistic wellness support: financial-planning tools, family-building assistance (adoption, pregnancy, and fertility resources), parental leave, and confidential Employee Assistance Program counseling.

Retirement & Financial Strategies

• 401(k) with a company match—plus an additional annual retirement contribution from Eastman to accelerate your long-term savings.

Time Away

• Eleven paid holidays, one personal day, paid time off, and paid vacation to recharge, celebrate, or handle life’s moments.

Growth & Development

• Access to mentorship, learning resources, and leadership programs that empower you to thrive in your current role and chart the next steps in your career.

At Eastman, we invest in the whole you—so you can bring your best self to work every day and build a future you’re proud of.

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 engaged workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.