Race Tire Production Technician – 2nd Shift

Bridgestone America, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

12 paid holidays

Vacation time (1–2 weeks)

401K Age Plus Service contributions

Job summary

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Akron, OH is seeking an Experimental Technician to operate and assist in building tires, tire components and materials, with a focus on race tires.

You will check materials, run curing presses, mold changes, and tire machines while maintaining quality and safety standards. The role includes second shift duties and involves operating high-precision equipment, performing proper material handling, and contributing to continuous improvement in a dynamic workshop

Qualifications

• Safety rules must be followed to avoid accidents.
• Ability to safely operate power trucks and related equipment.
• Ability to lift, manipulate, roll and load tires and equipment up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate curing presses and mold changing, ensure quality during production.
• Operate tire machines and drum changing per shift requirements.
• Run calendaring/extrusion and stock preparation equipment as assigned.
• Perform tasks in the Advanced Technology Workshop and assist with equipment cleanup.
• Support quality circles and teamwork initiatives.
• Check, verify, transport, unload, and assemble materials as directed.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and record daily production activities.

Tools

Curing presses

TUO/TIG machines

Tire machines

Extrusion lines

Forklift

Job description

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. in Akron, OH is seeking an Experimental Technician to operate and assist in building tires, tire components and materials, with a focus on race tires.

You will check materials, run curing presses, mold changes, and tire machines while maintaining quality and safety standards. The role includes second shift duties and involves operating high-precision equipment, performing proper material handling, and contributing to continuous improvement in a dynamic workshop