Product Handler

Eastman Chemical Company
United States, Texas, Longview
Box 7444 (Show on map)
Feb 17, 2025
Product Handler Job Requisition ID: 53833 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, visitwww.eastman.com. 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. Qualifications 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. 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 arestilla factor andreviewed by hiring managers Successful completion ofSelect Assessment for Manufacturingadministered by Talogy (If you pass the initial screening you will receive an email from Eastman with instructions on how to complete this) 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. Nearest Major Market:* Longview Job Segment: Chemical Research, Application Developer, Engineering, Technology