Lead Automotive Lab Technician – Tire Test & Equipment

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding and mentorship

CSR activities

Global work environment

Work-life balance

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support tire manufacturing and testing in a laboratory setting. The role involves mounting and unmounting tires and operating specialized lab equipment under limited supervision.

Candidates should have a mechanical background, be able to lift up to 70 lbs, and understand ISO quality and safety standards. An associate degree in a mechanical field is preferred, with 4–6 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of related experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Familiarity with ISO quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, install, and maintain laboratory equipment and tests.
• Take measurements and perform routine tests according to standard procedures.
• Follow work instructions, procedures and checklists to operate equipment.
• Trains, delegates and reviews the work of lower level employees.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

ISO knowledge

Quality & safety standards

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree in mechanical program

Tools

Tire mounting machinery

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support tire manufacturing and testing in a laboratory setting. The role involves mounting and unmounting tires and operating specialized lab equipment under limited supervision.

Candidates should have a mechanical background, be able to lift up to 70 lbs, and understand ISO quality and safety standards. An associate degree in a mechanical field is preferred, with 4–6 years of related experience.