Staff Engineer, Polymer Manufacturing & Safety

Eastman Chemical Company; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Paid vacation and personal days

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

Eastman Chemical Company is seeking a Staff Engineer for its polymer manufacturing operations in West Columbia, South Carolina. This hands-on role emphasizes safety and production support, where you will lead initiatives to improve quality and operational efficiencies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering and relevant experience. Eastman offers comprehensive benefits that include competitive pay and performance incentives.

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years relevant professional experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in project management and process troubleshooting a plus.
• Demonstrated ownership and a bias for action.

Responsibilities

• Model safe practices and support safety projects.
• Assist in day-to-day tactical management of SCO operations.
• Develop expertise in polymer process chemistry.
• Assist in maintaining ISO certification for quality.

Skills

Chemical Engineering

Project Management

Process Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Self-Starter

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Eastman Chemical Company is seeking a Staff Engineer for its polymer manufacturing operations in West Columbia, South Carolina. This hands-on role emphasizes safety and production support, where you will lead initiatives to improve quality and operational efficiencies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering and relevant experience. Eastman offers comprehensive benefits that include competitive pay and performance incentives.