Development Chemical Engineer (2832) Job in Kingsport, Tennessee US
Development Chemical Engineer (2832)
Eastman Chemical Company (EMN): Founded in 1920, Eastman Chemical Company is a global chemical company which manufactures and markets a broad portfolio of chemicals, fibers and plastics. Eastman provides chemicals, fibers and plastics materials that our customers use as key ingredients to make products people use every day. More than 10,000 Eastman employees around the world blend technical expertise and innovation to deliver practical solutions that help make the world a better place. Eastman is committed to finding sustainable business opportunities within diverse markets we serve that allow the company and our customers to succeed. Position Summary: This position will require an experienced results oriented professional to be responsible for executing a variety of projects to improve the manufacturing of cellulose acetate used to supply material for the production of acetate filament yarn and acetate tow products. Projects will vary in scope from upgrades, trouble shooting and identification of process improvements to support efforts to ensure sustainability of manufacturing while expanding capabilities domestically and internationally. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Lead, execute and support process improvement activities and projects to optimize productive capability by using engineering and statistical analysis and basic equipment design operating knowledge to problem solve issues in the manufacturing process. Focus on the Provide and communicate clear, concise reporting of project progress and accomplishments verbally and in writing. Study, Identify, and investigate existing processes to identify and implement new opportunities for improving quality throughput and cost saving. Interface and consult with production, technical, business and marketing personnel to recommend corrective action and to evaluate processes for effectiveness and improvement. Organize and perform plant experimental trials using applied statistical methods and the design of experiment approach. Establish strong trusted business relationship with operations personnel. Serve as subject matter expert and technical resource for our internal clients: business, marketing, or technical service. Actively participate as a valued member of multifunctional project team executing a variety of capital projects from concept to implementation. Initiative to learn and apply technical fundamentals in new areas of interest. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Long-term work authorization is required for this position. However, Eastman Chemical Company does not provide sponsorship for this position. Eastman is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Eastman Chemical Company is an E-Verify employer