Production Operator

Bridgestone America, Inc.; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Wilson, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Production Operator to operate various machine, chemical, assembly or packaging equipment and contribute to meeting production specifications.

The role involves setting up and maintaining equipment, moving materials, monitoring output, and keeping accurate daily production records, with a rotating 12-hour schedule and competitive wages. Benefits include an extensive package starting day one, 401(k) with company match, medical,

Qualifications

• Must be willing to work rotating 12-hour shifts.
• Must be able to operate multiple pieces of equipment.
• 2 years of previous industrial/manufacturing/maintenance experience; 2 years of stable work history.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing production equipment.
• Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods.
• Monitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products.
• Maintain accurate daily production records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Shift work

Troubleshooting

Equipment operation

Manufacturing experience

Job description

Company OverviewBridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.Business UnitBAMG - WilsonManagement LevelNon-ManagementJob CategoryProduction & Skilled TradesPosition SummaryBridgestone seeks energetic and motivated individuals to join their manufacturing team in Wilson, NC. As a Manufacturing Production Operator, you will operate various machine, chemical, assembly, or packaging equipment to manufacture products according to production specifications. The ideal candidate enjoys troubleshooting and problem-solving.ResponsibilitiesSet-up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing production equipmentMove, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goodsMonitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty productsMaintain accurate daily production recordsOther duties as assignedSCHEDULE: Full-time, rotating 12-hour, day/night shiftwork. 2-week rotations. Scheduled to work 14 out of 28 calendar days.Day ScheduleWeek 1: 7am – 7:30 pm, 2 days on, 2 days off (36 hours regular pay)Week 2: 7am – 7:30 pm, 3 days on, 2 days off (40 hours regular pay and 8 OT pay)Night ScheduleWeek 1: 7pm – 7:30 am, 2 days on, 2 days off (36 hours regular pay)Week 2: 7pm – 7:30 am, 3 days on, 2 days off (40 hours regular pay and 8 OT pay)WAGE: Starting wage is $24.00 per hour with opportunities to earn $32.75 per hour within 2 years and $33.12 within 5 years.BENEFITS: Bridgestone offers an outstanding benefits package available starting day one, including best in class 401(k) plan with a 4% company match, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, and paid vacation and holidays.Minimum QualificationsMust be willing and have the ability to work rotating 12 hour shiftsMust be willing and have the ability to operate multiple pieces of equipmentMust be willing and have the ability to troubleshoot and problem solvePreferred Qualifications2 years of previous industrial/manufacturing/maintenance experience and 2 years of stable work historyAt Bridgestone, you are Free to BeWe believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.What we offerAt Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.Corporate Social Responsibility activities.A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.An effective and inclusive team.Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.Employment EligibilityIf hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.