Material Handler Trainee

Eastman has an excellent opportunity to work at our Chestertown, Maryland manufacturing site as an entry level Material Handler. This is an important site to Eastman where we manufacture specialty plasticizers. The position reports to the Materials Handling Team Manager. Training will be provided to prepare the selected individual to perform work safely, such as safety training, tank entries for cleanings, spill cleanup, DOT training, CPR/First Aid, etc.

Below are the key responsibilities required to successfully perform the job:

• Requires a Zero Incident Mindset and the willingness to operate safely and demonstrate safe behaviors at all times
• Operate manufacturing equipment independently, without supervision
• Develop knowledge of the capacities, materials construction, products, vessels, tanks, and the available routes of product transfers from one tank to another
• Proactively and accurately enter and manage inventory entries into SAP, and complete all required paperwork
• Ability to read and follow all procedures
• Learn to sample and test samples with accuracy
• Operate in a team environment while assisting with daily operations, safety programs, etc.

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Industrial, construction, or military experience preferred
• Must have valid driver's license
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to read, speak, and write English

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• General chemistry knowledge preferred