Production Resource Specialist

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 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2024 revenue of approximately $9.4 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.

Position Overview

Manufacturing Information Services (MIS) seeks an experienced, detail-oriented Production Resource Analyst to support production data integrity and the end-to-end flow of manufacturing information across SAP and LIMS. This role collaborates with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality/QA, Tech Staff and IT partners to enable on-time shipments, accurate inventory, month-end (EOM) closing and correct production documentation. The ideal candidate is highly organized, comfortable working with multiple stakeholders, skilled at troubleshooting system errors,and able to prioritize urgent production requests.

This position will be posted until at least February 6, 2026.

 
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor accuracy of SAP production and make necessary corrections 
• Work with Production Planner daily regarding schedule changes and updates
• Perform month-end (EOM) activities
• Perform yearly physical inventory counts and reconciliations for raw and finished goods
• Cross-train on related MIS roles which may require rotation among various processes 
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production workflows and data quality
• Support commercialization and GMN creation; execute start-to-finish builds and manage associated forms. Handle emergency/urgent commercialization requests as needed.
• Process SAP Master Data changes (e.g., material info changes, inspection plans, work centers, access updates) and coordinate approvals
• Monitor and clear daily SAP/LIMS errors
• Manage process order organization and communicate schedule or order changes to manufacturing and planning teams
• Print and verify batch packets and labels; ensure analytical results and release criteria are completed and accurate prior to shipment
• Conduct routine walkthroughs of manufacturing areas to assess raw material needs and manage special raw material requests from Technology and other partners
• Coordinate packaging supplies and complete packaging supplies adjustments at month end
• Support inventory allocations for customer-specific needs and weight/goods issue processing for shipments (truck/rail) 

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant manufacturing or technical experience accepted in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 
• SAP proficiency and hands-on experience strongly preferred (process order, master data, material movements, security/roles, etc.)
• Experience with inventory management, production planning, manufacturing operations or cost analysis preferred
• Familiarity with LIMS a plus

Desired behaviors and skills

• Willing to function in a team setting and exhibit behaviors that support overall company goals and objectives
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and a high sense of urgency; ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional partners (Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, Tech/IT, Lab, Warehouse)
• Data accuracy under time-critical conditions (EOM)
• Continuous improvement mindset actively participates in improvement projects and proposes process/automation opportunities
• Adaptable to evolving technologies and environments; willing to work overtime as needed, cross-train and rotate roles to ensure team flexibility

Eastman will not accept applicants for this offered position who require visa sponsorship, including those whose status is F-1 visa OPT who subsequently would require ongoing visa sponsorship.

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.