Operations and Apprentice

Applicants must do the following:

Applicants must do the following: Complete WorkKeys assessments no later than 30 days after applying.  See minimum required scores below. Make your scores "public" to employers. The URL must include the words "test details".  See further instructions provided in link below. Workkeys tests are currently offered at Kilgore College (must register several days in advance) and you can register online at www.kilgore.edu/workkeys 
Complete this on-line application - Answer all questions and provide the public link to WorkKeys scores as directed. Please consider setting your profile visibility to "any company recruiter in my country of residence" or "worldwide" which will enable only Eastman recruiters to view. 
Electronically attach the following no later than 30 days after applying Note: The system allows a maximum of four (4) attachments 
Attachment 4: Workkeys test results - must be dated within the last 5 years to be valid 
NOTE: You should receive an immediate email confirmation when your application is submitted; only complete applications with ALL MANDATORY DOCUMENTS attached within 30 days of applying will be considered.

Responsibilities

Join our team as a Product Handler at Eastman Chemical Company! In this role, you will be essential in ensuring the quality and safety of our packaging processes while contributing to a culture of safety and efficiency. We are looking for reliable individuals who can operate packaging units, maintain quality standards, and help train new employees.

• Operate packaging units to fill bags, boxes, and other containers, ensuring proper weight.
• Inspect products for quality during packaging and loading, remaining vigilant for contamination and reporting any issues to supervision.
• Prepare and load containers for shipping according to established procedures.
• Safely operate railcar movers to spot or move railcars as necessary.
• Conduct inspections of facilities and equipment for safety hazards and operational issues, reporting findings to supervision.
• Assist in training new employees on product handling procedures.
• Perform minor maintenance activities and collaborate with maintenance personnel for major repairs or adjustments.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately and efficiently.
• Utilize computer systems to access procedures, complete required training, and input or retrieve data.
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, and company policies.
• Strong judgment and dependability.
• Initiative in utilizing time and resources effectively.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations.
• Team player with a commitment to safety and adherence to company values.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts and overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Complete a 2 - 3-year apprenticeship program that includes: 
• Classroom (books, hands-on labs, tests) - this portion is done primarily on the apprentice's own time 
• On-the-job training 
• On-going satisfactory performance 
• Quarterly evaluations/feedback 
• Maintain current status on all procedural and safety training Minimum WorkKeys scores of: 
• Applied Math – Operator 5 
• Graphic Literacy – Operator 4 
• Workplace Documents – Operator 5 
• Applied Technology - no minimum required, but scores are still a factor and reviewed by hiring managers 
  Successful completion of Select Assessment ® for Manufacturing administered by Talogy 
  (If you pass the initial screening you will receive an email from Eastman with instructions on how to complete this)