Assistant Plant Manager (Retread/MFG) - Portland, OR

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Portland, OR is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to lead retread manufacturing operations. You will support the Plant Manager in safety, quality, and production leadership for all plant associates and will act as the leader in the Plant Manager's absence.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5+ years of manufacturing leadership, experience overseeing production teams, and a strong safety focus.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience managing production teams, supervisors, or shift operations.
• Strong background in safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Tire retread experience preferred.
• Other manufacturing leadership experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct plant floor activities and production.
• Safely and proficiently operate retread plant equipment when required.
• Assist in ensuring documentation and production records are completed accurately.
• Assist in maintaining production schedules, control production, and control quality of production.
• Provide oversight on quality control of finished product.
• Support safety goals and service standards for the plant and guests.
• Set standards and ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods, including lifting.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Safety leadership

Quality focus

Tire retread experience

People coaching

Job description

Assistant Plant Manager | Tire Retread & Manufacturing Operations $32-$36/hr DOE + Monthly & Quarterly Performance Bonuses Lead Manufacturing Operations in Portland, OR Join a growing operation where you'll help drive production, safety, quality, and team performance. We\'re seeking an experienced manufacturing leader to support daily plant operations, develop employees, and improve production efficiency. Tire retread experience is preferred, but candidates with strong manufacturing leadership backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

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Key Requirements

• 3-5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience


• Experience managing production teams, supervisors, or shift operations


• Strong background in safety, quality, and operational efficiency


• Tire retread experience preferred


• Other manufacturing leadership experience considered


• Ability to coach, develop, and lead hourly employees

We are a service and retreading market leader with over 200 Commercial Tire Centers and Truck Care Centers located across the United States. We have the unique ability to service the largest nationwide commercial fleets while also providing friendly hometown service to regional and local fleets. Our mission statement is 'SERVICE EXCELLENCE – ALWAYS'. Goodyear Commercial Tire & Service Centers (CTSC) are owned by Goodyear — which makes them uniquely qualified to offer you trusted tires, reliable services and powerful management tools to help you lower your operating costs. It's all part of Goodyear's Total Solution for commercial and off-the-road fleets.

General Description

As the Assistant Plant Manager, you will be supporting the Plant Manager in leading retread plant associates in the execution of Goodyear Commercial Tire & Service Centers retread systems in order to efficiently and effectively manufacture light and medium truck, bus, and specialty tires. Also, you will assist the Plant Manager in providing safety, quality, and production leadership for all plant associates. The Assistant Plant Manager is also responsible for all plant operations in the absence of the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities Will Include But Not Be Limited To

• Oversee and direct plant floor activities and participating in production.


• Safely and proficiently operate all machines and perform all functions in the retread plant when required.


• Assist in ensuring all documentation and production records are completed accurately and properly.


• Assist in ensuring all equipment and machines in plant are maintained properly.


• Assist in maintaining production schedules, control production, and control quality of production.


• Provide oversight on quality control of finished product.


• Provide "Service Excellence - Always" to meet the service goals of the plant and of guests


• Set standards and insure compliance with company policies and safety standards.


• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time, which may include light and heavy lifting, including commercial tires and wheels, standing, bending, and squatting

Basic Requirements

• One year of management experience.


• One year of experience in a manufacturing setting.


• Valid driver's license.


• Must be at least 18 years of age.


• No relocation is being offered for this position


• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.


• Retread manufacturing experience.

Candidate Criteria

• Strong oral and written communication ability.


• Commitment to follow all safety procedures and work in a safe manner.


• Must be able to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a team.


• Must be a self-starter and willing to take initiative, able and willing to work without direct supervision, and be willing to attend appropriate training sessions.