at Bridgestone Americas in Normal, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Company Overview
Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future.
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.
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.
Business Unit
BAMG – Bloomington
Management Level
Professional
Job Category
Production & Skilled Trades
Position Summary
Manufacturing Production Planning & Control work focuses on managing production to optimize the use of resources and meet production schedules and standards including:
- Planning and controlling production schedules and coordinating with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials
- Estimating and scheduling the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for the production process
- Researching, evaluating, and recommending changes to production processes, systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization’s production capabilities
Responsibilities
+ Works on problems of moderate scope and assists with projects or processes while receiving general instructions from higher level professionals
+ Applies research towards the planning, design development, testing, and completion of projects
+ Impact is short-term, occasionally on medium-term goals
+ Continues building knowledge of organization and processes
+ May influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.
Minimum Qualifications
+ 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
+ Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion
+ Must be able to work in production environment conditions including heat and humidity during summer months
+ Must be able to work continuous ops schedule (12-hour shift with rotating schedule)
+ Currently this is a 3 AM – 3 PM shift, 10% premium will apply to salary
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.