Applicants must do the following: Complete WorkKeys assessments no later than 30 days after applying.  See minimum required scores below. Make your scores "public" to employers. The URL 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 you can register online at www.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 attach the following no later than 30 days after applying Note: The system allows a maximum of four (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 attached within 30 days of applying will be considered. 
  Job Description

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  Qualifications

Required Qualifications: 

High School Diploma Must 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 are still a factor and reviewed by hiring managers  •Successful completion of Select Assessment ® for Manufacturing administered by Talogy  (If you pass the initial screening you will receive an email from Eastman with instructions on how to complete this)