Production Associate - Stockbridge, GA

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is seeking a Production Associate to gain hands-on experience in our manufacturing plants. You will help maintain safety, quality, and teamwork while producing high-quality tires and related products.

Responsibilities include operating industrial equipment, meeting quality standards, and performing a variety of tasks in different conditions. We invest in new hires and provide training to support your growth.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Authorized to work in the US (no sponsorship).
• Ability to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend, and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Follow standard work procedures and safety rules.
• Operate tire manufacturing equipment and related machinery.
• Meet quality expectations for all output.
• Perform manual tasks in varying temperatures and conditions.
• Adhere to attendance policies and communicate clearly.

Skills

Self-motivated

Team player

Adaptability

Commitment to safety

Basic computer skills

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Starting pay for this position is $20.00/hr For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining the boundaries of tire technology, producing innovative tires that deliver unparalleled performance for a diverse range of vehicles. Our success, however, is not just due to our cutting-edge products, but also to our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work experience where no matter your role, you'll contribute to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of some of the world's most innovative tire products. We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire greatness and understand that job satisfaction and career success start with support and investment. At Goodyear, we invest upwards of 1000 hours into our new hires, ensuring they can make quality products safely.

General Description

As a Production Associate, you will gain hands‑on experience producing high‑quality products in one of Goodyear's manufacturing plants. You will also become familiar with safety, quality, and how to be successful in a team environment. We encourage you to allow us to invest in your success as you invest in ours.

Responsibilities Will Include, But Not Be Limited To

• Clean and maintain a safe work environment
• Abide by standard work procedures and job safety standards
• Effectively operate tire manufacturing (heavy industrial) equipment and other related industrial equipment—when applicable
• Meet quality expectations for all output produced
• Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights when applicable.
• Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Understand and follow all instructions

Basic Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to successfully complete all post-­offer, pre-employment contingencies
• Ability to work any and/or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime if applicable
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing and/or industrial experience
• Previous experience as Production Associate in a manufacturing plant
• Additional education and/or certification in manufacturing
• Experience adhering to industry-specific safety standards

Candidate Criteria

• Self-motivated: demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
• Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done in a timely and safe manner
• Adaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments
• Team player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful
• Commitment to working safely
• Willingness to adhere to tobacco‑free policy.