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Manufacturing Technical Manager

Eastman Chemical Company
United States, Tennessee, Kingsport
Sep 25, 2024
Manufacturing Technical Manager Job Requisition ID: 52591 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 and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately 14,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2023 revenue of approximately $9.2 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visitwww.eastman.com. Responsibilities We are hiring a Technical Manager for the AOD section in CAMD Intermediates Manufacturing. This role is a high-impact role, leading a technical team in support of AA1, A&B and TMCD operating areas. The selected employee will be key to the safe, reliable and quality production of several products critical to the Kingsport site streams and long-term growth and innovation strategy. Responsibilities Lead and develop a technical team (currently 4 engineers) Provide strong mentorship of process improvement engineering team supporting the areas (currently 9 engineers) Lead business and supply chain connection across 3 business units (Chemical intermediates, Polymers, and Functional Products) for +12 chemical products Own production needs for each operating area to ensure alignment with business, operationsand maintenance needs to allow for safe, reliableand quality production Work closely with Operations team to identify and prioritize work Drive zero overdue culture with engineering support through MOC/PLE work effectiveness, incident action item completionand process safety study/action completion Support Process Hazard Analysis long-term plan for AA1 operating area, specifically around burner management system implementation Organize long-term capital spend and asset strategy based on safety, reliabilityand business demand Align with Quality and Technology on new product development and qualifications such as Eastapure platform advancements, new raw materials and new customer qualifications Prioritize and drive business growth needs for current and future demand around the acetyl stream (both acetic acid consumption and acetic anhydride production), Eastapure platformand TMCD growth supporting Tritan Provide back-up assistance when needed in the absence of the Team Manager or Area Manager Provide weekend duty coverage for the department once onboarding training is complete (approximately 4 weeks/year) Communicate effectively and appropriately with all stakeholders Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university required Must have at least 3 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing plant; 5+ years preferred Experience in a broad spectrum of chemical processing unit operations, instrumentation and controls Strong technical and engineering skills Excellent interpersonal skills to support working with a cross-functional team of employees Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law. Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day. Nearest Major Market: Asheville Nearest Secondary Market: Knoxville Job Segment: Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain, Instrumentation, Engineer, Industrial, Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing