Lead Tires and Materials Testing Technician

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company in Akron, Ohio, seeks a Lead Tires and Materials Testing Technician to maintain test vehicles and lab equipment, support offsite testing, and mentor junior technicians. This role involves collaboration with Scientists and Engineers, development of test methods, and occasional nights and weekends.

The position emphasizes data analysis, fault diagnosis, ISO quality system experience, and a willingness to obtain a Class A CDL to support winter operations.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant experience, or 4+ years with an Associate’s degree in a STEM field.
• Experience in laboratory, manufacturing, or industrial environments, including ISO quality systems and operating manual/semi‑automated machinery and industrial vehicles.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and technical aptitude with solid computer skills, basic math competency, and technical writing capability.
• Proven teamwork and collaboration skills with flexibility to shift between tasks as business needs change.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, verify, and validate machines and instruments to ensure proper setup and reliable results.
• Repair and maintain test and fleet vehicles; laboratory hub and bearing maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues with laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Diagnose testing errors, analyze/interpret data, and provide recommendations to maintain testing integrity and support project progression.
• Willingness, with Goodyear's support, to obtain Class A CDL to support offsite testing, including winter operations.
• Drive quality control efforts and support ISO audit processes.
• Collaborate with Engineers and contractors to troubleshoot equipment issues and support testing development or special operational requests.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Computer skills

Math fundamentals

Technical writing

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in STEM

Job description

## Lead Tires and Materials Testing TechnicianApplyremote type: In Officelocations: US OH Akron ICAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR-40111825The Lead Tires and Materials Testing Technician will maintain test vehicles and lab equipment as well as support offsite testing to support materials and tire testing. This person will also collaborate with Scientists and Engineers, develop test methods, and mentor junior technicians. This is a primarily first shift position which may require some off shift work, including nights and weekends and traveling.**Why This Role Matters*** Ensures accurate, reliable materials and tire testing by maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting critical laboratory equipment test, and fleet vehicles.* Protects test integrity and product quality through data analysis, error diagnosis, and leadership in quality control and ISO compliance.* Accelerates innovation by partnering with Scientists and Engineers to develop test methods and resolve complex equipment challenges.* Builds long‐term lab capability by mentoring technicians, leading training efforts, and establishing consistent, safe testing practices.**What You Will Do*** Calibrate, verify, and validate machines and instruments to ensure proper setup and reliable results.* Repair and maintain test and fleet vehicles. Laboratory hub and bearing maintenance.* Troubleshoot and repair issues with laboratory instruments and equipment.* Diagnose testing errors, analyze/interpret data, and provide recommendations to maintain testing integrity and support project progression.* Willingness, with Goodyear's support, to obtain Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to support offsite testing, including winter operations.* Drive quality control efforts and support ISO audit processes. Collaborate with Engineers and contractors to troubleshoot equipment issues and support testing development or special operational requests.**What We’re Looking For*** High School Diploma* 7+ years of relevant experience, or 4+ years with an Associate’s degree in a STEM field.* Experience in laboratory, manufacturing, or industrial environments, including ISO quality systems and operating manual/semi‐automated machinery and industrial vehicles.* Strong mechanical, electrical, and technical aptitude with solid computer skills, basic math competency, and technical writing capability.* Proven teamwork and collaboration skills with flexibility to shift between tasks as business needs change.**Physical Efforts Requirements:****Lifting / Carrying*** **10–40 pounds:** Frequent**Mobility*** **Standing:** Frequent* **Sitting:** Frequent* **Walking/Traverse:** Frequent**Hand Movement*** **Repetitive Motion:** Frequent**Other Sensory Requirements*** **Hearing:** Frequent* **Speaking:** Occasional**Environmental Exposures*** **Chemical / Hazardous Waste:** Rarely* **Gases / Gas Leaks:** Rarely* **Winter Outdoor:** Yes**Additional Workplace Conditions*** **Moving Mechanical Parts:** Yes