Production Associate - Lawton, OK

Goodyear. More Driven.

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Goodyear Lawton is currently seeking Production Associates. Our production workforce supports the tire manufacturing process in various machine operations.  

• Starting Range – $20.24-22.85/hr
• Shift Differential – Rotating Bonus $0.75 
• Wage progression - start at 70% of the rate and increase 10% every 6 months until at full rate. 
• General Wage increase.  This is looked at twice per year but is not guaranteed. 

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; apply today!  

Requirements to become a successful candidate are: 

• High school diploma or GED. 
• Successful completion of a background check & drug test. 
• Successful completion of pre-employment assessment. 
• Job specific physical work capabilities exercises. 
• Must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends. 
• Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations 
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds or more on a regular basis. 
• Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred. 

What's in it for you: 

We offer a safe work environment, competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug and dental plans, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacations and holidays.  On-going Training and further career opportunities. Approximately 75 percent of our career opportunities are internal promotions. Plant schedule includes 7 consecutive days scheduled off every 28 days. 

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 .

Check out the video below of what some of our employees have to say about working for Goodyear: 

A Day in the Life Video

Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies.  It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products in 46 facilities in 21 countries around the world.  Its two Innovation Centres 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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