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.
The Packager is responsible for operating and maintaining all production equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This role will also perform preventive maintenance and repair of equipment in the blending, packaging and shipping areas as needed. This is a union position.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform work associated with receiving, blending, packaging, reworking and shipping lubricants
- Safely operate forklift
- Setting up and operating machinery that shall include, but is not limited to, inspection, filling, marking, weighing, labeling, banding, tying, gluing, packing and wrapping containers
- Observe operations and inspect/record packaged items for quality assurance
- Perform troubleshooting, mechanical maintenance and preventive maintenance as needed. Report any issues to management team. Use hand tools, power tools and specialized tools.
- Follow documented procedures. Perform basic computer activities. Participate in plant safety rules, policies and programs.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver’s license required
- Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience with production, warehousing, maintenance and/or process experience required
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning equipment
- Ability to operate packaging and process equipment safely
- Ability to obtain TWIC
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Ability to use computers
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good dependability and attendance
- Willingness to work Monday through Friday day shift, with occasional overtime/weekends/off-shifts as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Process Technology or technical field
- Experience driving forklifts
- Mechanical skills and aptitude
- Preventative maintenance experience
- Production equipment experience
- Continuous improvement experience
- TPM experience
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.
The starting rate for this position is $30.23 per hour.
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Compensation will be determined in accordance with the terms of that agreement. Union membership or collective bargaining status may impact the final compensation offered.
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
