2026 - Laboratory Technician Evergreen

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

**Please note - this posting is to fill positions throughout the year, as needed.  If qualified, you may be contacted regarding next steps however it may not be immediate.**
 
Laboratory Technicians work under the direction of a staff member in an analytical, research (R&D), process and production support, or technical service laboratory or within a division technical staff group.
 
Responsibilities may include:

• Conducting technical experiments and projects
• Leading and participating on multi-disciplinary teams
• Working with quality systems or providing reports to governmental or regulatory agencies
• Developing hands-on and in-depth technical expertise
• Working in a fast paced, results-oriented team environment to assist in developing new technologies to provide solutions to customers' needs
• Preparing and supporting new or established technologies for commercial products and processes that may include:
• Experimental materials and techniques
• Scale-up evaluations
• Analytical measurements
• Assisting customers with process optimization and new applications
• Dealing with customer inquiries/complaints
• Developing new formulations (i.e. fitness for use)
• May work directly with external and internal customers in answering technical questions
• Documenting experimental work and writing technical and invention reports
• Working safely and promoting a safe work environment.

Qualifications

Candidate should possess:

• Minimum of Associate’s Degree / Technical Diploma in a Scientific Field OR 4-year Degree in Scientific Field preferred​
• AND completed the following mandatory chemistry/scientific courses: 
• General Chemistry I & Lab​
• General Chemistry II & Lab
• Organic Chemistry I & Lab​
• Organic Chemistry II & Lab​
• Quantitative Analysis – this course can be completed on site but must be successfully completed within the first year of employment
• Please upload transcripts as proof of degree (in the “Additional Documents” section of the application)
• Formal training in general laboratory procedures.
• Problem solving, math and science skills and familiarity with statistical methodology. 
• Initiative and the ability to work in a team setting. Clear and effective written and oral communication is essential.
• General computer experience with relevant and Microsoft software packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 

Benefits

Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.

 

Compensation & Incentives
• Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.

 

Health & Wellness
• 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 li