Coating & Laminating Machine Operator

About the role

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.

This role is a 12‑hour rotating day/night shift. Come grow with us – are you passionate about doing your best work, making a difference, and influencing your own development in an environment where a job title is not the final definition of who you are, but the starting point? We are looking for individuals to perform production work in our Coating & Laminating area. All positions will report and work under the general supervision of a Team Manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform start up and shut down of operating equipment
• Monitor and troubleshoot equipment
• Maintain production area and participate in housekeeping/safety/environmental inspections
• Load and unload items from machines, carts, and dollies
• Feed or place items onto equipment for processing
• Perform preventative and routine maintenance
• Identify process deviations and perform root cause/corrective action
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Driver’s License
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of experience in the roll‑to‑roll converting industry
• Preferred: Experience with solvent based coating deposition and working in a hazardous rated environment
• Preferred: Experience manufacturing Paint Protection Films & Window Films
• Understand and follow all safety procedures
• Willing to work 12‑hour rotating shift schedules
• Familiar with basic computer functions such as creating, sending, and receiving e‑mail and data entry
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Understand mechanical fundamentals and how to apply them to properly operate and maintain equipment performance

Schedule

This role is a 12‑hour rotating day/night shift.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $19.99/hour. At Eastman, we are committed to transparency and integrity in our compensation practices. Eastman includes salary ranges in some job postings to provide clear compensation information and to be compliant with state laws that require disclosure. Not all postings display ranges due to factors like location, market conditions, or position specifics. Compensation is based on qualifications and experience. Candidates are encouraged to discuss their salary questions during the interview process.

Benefits

• Base pay plus performance‑based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success
• 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
• 401(k) with a company match—plus an additional annual retirement contribution from Eastman to accelerate your long‑term savings
• Eleven paid holidays, one personal day, paid time off, and paid vacation to recharge, celebrate, or handle life’s moments
• 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