Quality Technician - Texarkana, AR

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company; Texarkana (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tire manufacturer in Texarkana is hiring for an entry-level quality assurance position. The role involves managing procurement processes for tire production, adhering to safety standards, and maintaining efficient operations. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, be physically capable of handling tasks, and be authorized to work in the US. The company emphasizes career development and provides extensive training for new hires.

Qualifications

• 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 share responsibility with fellow associates to work overtime to cover vacancies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement process for product development and certification projects.
• Perform tasks related to building, curing, testing, and shipping project tires.
• Maintain a clean and organized workplace per prescribed 5S standards.

Skills

Ability to operate manual & semi-automated industrial machinery

Ability to perform multiple tasks

Physical ability to lift heavy materials

Teamwork and cooperation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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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.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities

• Carry out all assigned tasks and normal activity in a safe and respectful manner
• Follow the procurement of product development and certification projects:
• Management of project procurement process to include but not limited to:
• Perform task related to both building, curing, testing, and shipping of project tires
• Reviewing and adhering to project schedule
• Ordering/labeling production materials
• Coordinating the procurement/Labeling of experimental materials with operations
• Coordinating with operations and scheduling on specific equipment requirements for both two stage and Uni-stage processes
• Procuring the required carcasses and green tires
• Confirmation of electronic data set up and reporting/troubleshooting when needed
• Completion of project documentation, control and hand off to next process
• Procure project certified check tires with documented measurements and markings
• Carry out evaluations/projects that address condition scrap, product/process improvements, and cost reductions
• During periods of reduced project load all technicians are responsible for monitoring the cured and green condition scrap rate during their shifts, taking appropriate action when applicable, and attend shift meeting to discuss plans and action for reducing scrap
• Responsibility for maintaining a clean and organized workplace per prescribed 5S standards as applicable.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 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 share responsibility with fellow associates to work overtime to cover vacancies as needed
• Ability to operate both manual & semi-automated industrial machinery
• Ability to perform multiple tasks or operate multiple equipment/machines within any workday

A Day in the Life

Goodyear is one of the world\'s largest tire companies. We employ about 71,000 people and manufacture products in 55 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Goodyear\'s two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.

Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual\'s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Quality Assurance

Industries

• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing