Process Engineer

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Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

BAMG - Aiken ORRProfessionalEngineering & ScienceWe are seeking a Process Engineer for the Aiken County Off-Road Tire Plant. The Process Engineering position focuses on designing, developing, and implementing new or revised processes. As an experienced professional position, you will need to apply practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. This position must be able to work independently with general supervision and may influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices. Problems faced are difficult but typically not complex

Production began in the Aiken County Off-Road Tire Plant in 2014. In this 1.5 million square-foot facility, Bridgestone teammates manufacture large off-the-road (OTR) radial tires for mining and aggregate customers.

• Works on process problems of moderate scope and assists with projects or processes while receiving general instructions from higher level professionals

• Designs equipment and processes to ensure most efficient and productive operations.

• Plans sequence of operations and specifies procedures for preparing materials and operating equipment

• Determines process design by balancing process cost, yield, and material waste considerations.

• Conducts tests throughout all stages of processing to determine control over applicable variables and prevents/solves process problems

• Supports continuous improvement/automation activities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Waste reduction, Process capabilities skills and Capacity improvement

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of 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 Eligibility

If 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.