Coating & Laminating Machine Operator

Eastman • Fieldale, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED Required
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• You understand and follow all safety procedures
• You are willing to work 12 hours 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 the performance of the equipment within their area of responsibility

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the following:
• In roll-to-roll converting industry
• Solvent based coating deposition and working in a hazardous rated environment
• Experience manufacturing Paint Protection Films & Window Films

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

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED