2025 Operator Apprentice

• CompleteWorkKeys assessmentsno later than 30 days after applying.See minimum required scores below. Make your scores "public" to employers. TheURL must include the words "test details". See further instructions provided in link below. Workkeys tests are currently offered at Kilgore College(must register several days in advance) and youcan register online atwww.kilgore.edu/workkeys
• Complete this on-line application - Answer all questions and provide the public link to WorkKeys scores as directed. Please consider setting your profile visibility to "any company recruiter in my country of residence" or "worldwide" which will enable only Eastman recruiters to view.
• Electronically attachthe followingno later than 30 days after applyingNote:The system allows a maximum offour(4) attachments
• Attachment 4: Workkeys test results - must be dated within the last 5 years to be valid
• NOTE: You should receive an immediate email confirmation when your application is submitted; only complete applications with ALL MANDATORY DOCUMENTS attachedwithin 30 days of applyingwill be considered.
  
  

The Process Operator Apprentice will:

• Monitor and operate plant equipment - including start-ups and shut-downs
• Via Distributed Control Systems and/or panel board mounted instruments
• In the field, physical requirements include:
• Working indoors and outdoors (in all weather conditions)
• Standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders
• Working at heights
• Working in confined spaces (as needed)
• Working 12-hour rotating shifts (days and nights), if required
• Lifting and moving loads of various weights
• Perform minor maintenance on equipment and/or work with Maintenance personnel on major repairs
• Understand and follow written or verbal instructions and procedures
• Trouble shoot operational problems
• Use computers to:
• Access procedures and other information
• Access and complete required training
• Input/retrieve data
• Follow all safety, environmental, and company rules and policies
• Wear personal protective equipment as required (may include safety glasses, fire retardant coveralls, safety boots, hard hats, face shields, etc.)
• Perform housekeeping tasks necessary to maintain plant and equipment in a neat, orderly condition
• Be dependable (report to work when scheduled, be on time for work and be available for overtime, when needed)
• Exercise good judgment
• Show initiative (make good use of time and resources)
• Be a team player

RequiredQualifications:

• High School DiplomaMust be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must have a valid state motor vehicle driver's license

Training Requirements (after reporting to work):

• Complete a 2 - 3-year apprenticeship program that includes:
• Classroom (books, hands-on labs, tests) - this portion is done primarily on the apprentice's own time
• On-the-job training
• On-going satisfactory performance
• Quarterly evaluations/feedback
• Maintain current status on all procedural and safety training

Job Requirements

• Minimum WorkKeys scores of:
• Applied Math - Operator 5
• Graphic Literacy- Operator 4
• Workplace Documents - Operator 5
• Applied Technology - no minimum required, but scores arestilla factor andreviewed by hiring managers
• *Successful completion ofSelect Assessment for Manufacturingadministered by Talogy
• (If you pass the initial screening you will receive an email from Eastman with instructions on how to complete this)