Pilot Plant Technician

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 and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries.

The company had 2023 revenue of approximately $9.2 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com .

Short Description

The Saflex Pilot Plant is currently seeking a Pilot Plant Technician for our Springfield, MA location.

As a technician, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic team, performing a wide range of polymer processing operations, including extrusion, lamination, sample analysis, and related tasks.

In line with our "Zero Incident Mindset" philosophy, ensuring a safe work environment is ingrained as a fundamental principle and expectation.

You will collaborate closely with your team members to uphold this commitment and foster a culture of safety.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include executing regular tasks such as raw materials transfer, extrusion line setup and control, polymer sheet handling, and data collection.

You will also contribute to mechanical installations for routine & non-routine processes and conduct quality control testing of extruded sheets.

Familiarity with extrusion and process control systems, as well as experience with extruder setup, are preferred qualifications.

Additionally, you should have the ability to read and understand process flow diagrams, review mechanical drawings, and work with machinery in a pilot plant atmosphere.

Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and proficiency in standard software packages are essential. If you are a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to our team's success, this role is a perfect opportunity.

We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not match this job description 100%.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a Technical Field or Technical Diploma preferred.
• College level course work in math, engineering, or mechanical / electrical trade school is preferred.
• Prior hands-on experience with extruder setup including heaters, thermocouples and instrumentation is preferred.
• Familiarity with extrusion and process control systems (digital control systems; DCS) is preferred.
• Familiarity with Quality systems, for example ISO, is preferred.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow process flow diagrams, operating procedures, run plan instruction, process control flow charts and quality control lab procedures.
• Must be able to review mechanical drawings including piping and instrumentation, conduct equipment and safety reviews and support quality improvement projects.
• Ability to work with machinery in a pilot plant atmosphere.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime and / or second shift as needed to meet project timing and requirements is desirable.
• Must be able to lift materials up to 40 lbs. and be on one’s feet for ten-hour periods.
• Strong commitment to task and ability to organize, prioritize, and execute assignments in a high activity environment.
• Clear and effective written and oral communication.
• Demonstrated computer experience with standard software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

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, veteran status or any other characteristics protected 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.