Manufacturing IT Manager: Lead Network & Automation

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding experience

Mentorship program

CSR activities

Global, dynamic work environment

Work/life balance initiatives

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Management-level professional to lead Computer Integrated Manufacturing initiatives. The role focuses on strategic planning, network design, and guiding experienced teams to meet customer specifications and budget goals.

The position requires driving continuous improvement, coaching direct reports, and influencing executive leadership. A strong emphasis on communication and SLA compliance supports cross-functional collaboration within Bridgestone’s global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, including 3–5 years in management or leadership.
• Master's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience including 2–4 years in management or leadership.

Responsibilities

• Implements policy and strategy for short-term results and influences others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures.
• Influences, coaches, and develops direct reports.
• Manages team to apply computer integrated manufacturing principles to deliver customer technical/functional specifications, budget adherence, automation/continuous improvement of processes, and cost/efficiency requirements.
• Creates and manages institutional knowledge.
• Analyzes the short-term and/or long-term network capacity needs for current and future network requirements.
• Designs the network architecture and performs technical analysis of software, hardware, network systems, systems engineering for front-end processors, multiplexes, LAN/WAN communications, network nodes, switches, and various transmission systems.
• Ensures compliance with SLA standards and protocols.
• Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is seeking a Management-level professional to lead Computer Integrated Manufacturing initiatives. The role focuses on strategic planning, network design, and guiding experienced teams to meet customer specifications and budget goals.

The position requires driving continuous improvement, coaching direct reports, and influencing executive leadership. A strong emphasis on communication and SLA compliance supports cross-functional collaboration within Bridgestone’s global