Calibration Technician - Texarkana, AR

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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.   

If you seek a rewarding, challenging career, join us on this exciting journey.  Check out the video below of what some of our employees have to say about working for Goodyear: 

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Base Pay: $22.883 an hour, with continuing education opportunities increasing pay to $28.263 and additional education opportunities increasing pay up to  $35.053 an hour AND additional monthly-paid bonuses ranging from $2.75 to $3.25 an hour.  

Benefits: Competitive total rewards program for employees that promotes personal health, assists employees in maintaining a healthy balance between work and life and meets the diverse personal and professional needs.  

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance plans 
• 401K 
• Opportunity for advancement and career development 
• Competitive wages 
• Paid vacation (after 1 year) & holidays (after 30 days) 
• Employee discounts and wellness programs 
• We are now partnered with Texas A&M University – Texarkana to provide a pathway to credential and degree attainment for employees. All full-time employees will receive a 25% tuition discount on all undergraduate, graduate, certificate, or micro-credential programs. Learn more here

The Calibration Technicians are responsible for the calibrating and troubleshooting of any form of plant instrumentation or electronic equipment. The ideal candidate will continually evaluate machine operations to identify and implement process improvements to various Plant Process Control systems and equipment including:  

• Temperature: Thermocouple RTD, Thermistor, and Infrared 
• Pressure: I/P (V/P) transducers, P/I (P/V) transducers, switches 
• Weight Control Systems: Load cells 
• Chart Recorder Displays: Interface units, computer-controlled calibration devices 

The position would require communication of work activity and status on a regular basis with the Electrical Engineer including establishing a systematic calibration schedule for all plant instruments. The Calibration Technician role provides a career path to an Electronics Technician role through designated training, testing, and acquired experience.  

• Punctuality and attendance are extremely important to the success of the operations in general as well as contributing to an overall positive team atmosphere. Dependable job attendance is expected. Basic Computer skills preferred. 

Shift Information: 12-hour shift, New hires would likely be placed onto the night shift. 

• 2-2-3 continuous work schedule (This scheduling allows for some natural overtime and gives a three-day weekend every other week) 

Work Environment: Texarkana, AR Plant 

• The job is within a fast paced, heavy industrial environment and you may be required to work within various areas of the factory. 
• The environmental conditions can be hot, cold, and noisy. 
• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing and eye protection, protective clothing, and steel-toed shoes. 

Basic Qualifications: 

• High school diploma, GED or the Workforce Center's Career Readiness Certification (CRC) with a minimum of Silver Certificate level 
• Must be at least 18 years of age  
• 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 
  • 2 years of industrial technical experience or successful completion of an accredited apprenticeship program in this specific craft 
  • Must complete aptitude test and hands-on assessment administered by an outside party 

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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