Experienced Metal Fabricator

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.

• Minimum weld qualifications include GTAW, SMAW, and GMAW for carbon and stainless steels.
• Must be able to obtain Eastman’s internal weld qualifications
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of applicable experience in metal fabrication.

• HS Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have valid driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Work Keys score of 4-4-4 is required to begin the Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship.
• WorkKeys assessment preferredat time of hire.
• WorkKeys required score levels:
• Reading for Information / Workplace Documents - Level 4
• Locating Information / Graphic Literacy - Level 4
• Applied Mathematics - Level 4
• Must have achieved Eastman’s required score levels on the WorkKeys assessments within 12 months of hire date.

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.

The experienced metal fabricator will perform the following job duties:

• Fabricates, installs, and repairs process and support equipment (i.e., storage tanks, reactors, duct work, structures, and piping).
• Ability to work by Pressure Vessel Codes or on unclassified vessels.
• Complete tasks to meet established or stated quality standards.

• Keep abreast of changing technology.
• Understand and execute job expectations aimed both at personal performance and team performance.
• All performance must be within safety and environmental requirements.
• Expected to actively and effectively participate in a team environment.
• Be able to read blueprints and/or drawing/sketches and layout fabrication pieces accordingly.

• Must work overtime as required.

• Complete the Eastman Metal Fabrication Apprenticeship or have an equivalent accreditation recognized by Eastman.
• Meet Eastman’s established essential elements of the Metal Fabricator position.
• Successfully complete appropriate training for the job.
• Be capable of providing clear and concise verbal and written communications.
• Possess and practice good organizational skills.
• Be a team player.
• Have, or possess the ability to learn, a general knowledge of the division, safety and regulatory requirements for the division, basic computer skills, and become knowledgeable of a variety of software packages including corporate systems, i.e., Microsoft Office products, Intranet, SAP, computer dispatch system, etc.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety.
• Be able to accept and provide constructive feedback.