Tire Engineer

Location: US-AR-TEXARKANA-PLT-4298   
Goodyear Talent Acquisition Representative: Nicole Aguilar  
Sponsorship Available: No 
Relocation Assistance Available: No 

Join the Goodyear Tire Engineer Pit Crew!

Are you ready to accelerate your career with one of the most iconic names in the tire industry? Goodyear is looking for a detail-oriented and driven individual to join our Tire Engineer and help us steer our operations to success.

Primary Purpose of the Position

We are seeking a Tire Engineer responsible for planning and executing the Plant Tire Release Process:

• Coordinate/Plan assigned development workload
• Troubleshoot product/process opportunities
• Maintain established process documentation/evidence - Lead new product industrialization (NPI) audit requirements
• Support the manufacturing process and product quality by applying appropriate Goodyear standards/procedures to solve problems
• Seek solutions to technical problems, conducts work on assigned tasks and exhibiting curiosity and a desire to
• Utilize/Apply an understanding of customer requirements (internal/external) that are relevant to multiple process areas
• Understand/Influence customers from various functions, without direct authority
• Lead the application of technical solutions to meet product/process requirements
• Network with other technical experts to improve processes and solve problems
• Audit the use of current technologies/standards in performing assigned tasks and support innovative methods/technologies
• Troubleshoot problems and develop solutions with appropriate tools/methods that deliver defined objectives which meet business needs

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

PLAN AND EXECUTE THE TIRE RELEASE PROCESS:

• Coordinate/Plan assigned development workload. Work independently and collaborate with team members using appropriate levels of technology for application, avoiding inappropriate levels of risk. Engage cross-departmental processes as needed. Ensure transfer of projects/functions to production environment. Seek advice and assistance from team and senior resources.

PROBLEM SOLVING:

• Identify problems proactively, taking ownership of all aspects of assigned projects from industrialization through production. Use collaboration to solve problems and make decisions including risk assessment backed by collected data/inputs. Consult with resources. Make decisions based on facts. Consider alternatives and rule out unlikely outcomes. Seek and consult SME's on novel processes.

QUALITY ASSURANCE:

• Use known tools/standards for project execution. Execute, develop, and advise necessary steps and activities for project execution. Deliver to project objectives. Advise on lessons learned. Develop/Use creative approaches to execute projects. Anticipate conflicts and develop contingency plans.

Required Education & Experience

Education

• Bachelors degree in Science/Technology/Engineering/Math. Due to legal requirements Latin America candidates must possess Engineering Degree

Experience

• 0 + years of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to apply systematic problem-solving tools and techniques
• Demonstrated ability to understand and troubleshoot equipment and process problems

Preferred

• Data Analysis experience.
• Experience or certifications in the application of Quality control systems, problem solving and project management tools.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and build effective working relationships both within the plant and with external partners.
• Ability to work with computer systems, email, Microsoft Office products, HRIS systems & internet.
• Ability to develop, coordinate & implement projects of varying scope.
• Excellent communication & presentation skills.

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About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company 

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 71,000 people and manufactures its products in 55 facilities in 22 countries around the world. Its 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.

If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.

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