What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Technician position at Bridgestone Americas?
Company Overview
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.
Position Summary
For over 50 years, the Bandag plant in Abilene has driven innovation in producing high-quality tread rubber and retreading materials for Bandag dealers. As an essential part of Bridgestone’s commitment to research and manufacturing excellence, we’re seeking proactive, motivated Production Technicians to join our dynamic team. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable tire solutions while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.
The Abilene Bridgestone Bandag Plant is currently hiring Production
Technicians to fill permanent positions.
New Hires are eligible for the following benefits and pay:
• $21.22 / hour start pay progressing to $26.25 in two years.
• With a shift differential up to $1.50.
• Eligible for Medical/Vision/Prescription/Dental Benefits at date of hire.
• Eligible for Basic Life Insurance at date of hire.
• Eligible for 11 paid holidays
• Eligible for 2 weeks of vacation year 1
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
- A focus on Safety First, Always!
- Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing production equipment
- Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods
- Monitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products
- Maintain accurate daily production records
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements:
- Lifting requirements may be up to 130 lbs. on an occasional basis. Lifting requirements range from a height of 3-5 feet.
- Medium physical effort is required to maneuver through out departments that include climbing stairs; in addition, a considerable amount of standing is necessary
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Preferred 2 years of employment stability.
- Preferred 1 year manufacturing experience.
- Must possess a High School diploma/GED, or equivalent, (completed and verified prior to start).
Salary : $26
