About this role
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. For more information, visit www.eastman.com .
Responsibilities
Analysts work under the direction of a Team Manager. The analyst is responsible for performing testing on routine and non-routine samples using chemical analysis techniques including:
- Gas chromatography
- Titrations and other wet chemical analyses
- Ultraviolet and infrared spectroscopy
- Viscosity measurements, Softening Point and other polymer analyses
- Total halogen, sulfur and nitrogen testing
- Flashpoint testing
Analysts are also responsible for monitoring the quality of test results using statistical process control techniques and investigating failing results. Work is conducted in an environment regulated by ISO and cGMP standards.
Qualifications
- Required:
Valid Driver’s License
- High School Diploma/GED
- Candidates must have working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word and strong time management skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidates with an A.S. degree in chemistry or B.S. in physical science are preferred, but not required
Eastman is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a highly engaged workforce, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.