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Bridgestone Americas

Process Engineer

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In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
76K-118K Annually
Junior
In-Office
Chicago, IL, USA
76K-118K Annually
Junior
Design, develop, and implement new or revised manufacturing processes and equipment. Plan operation sequences, optimize cost, yield, and waste, run process tests, support continuous improvement and automation, and resolve process problems under general supervision.
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Company Overview

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

Business Unit
BAMG - Des Moines

Management Level
Individual Contributor

Job Category
Engineering & Science

Position Summary
This position is onsite and is located in Des Moines, IA. The Process Engineering position focuses on designing, developing, and implementing new or revised processes. An Experienced Professional position applies 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.

Pay Range: $76,200.00 - $118,100.00Pay Range: $76,200.00 - $118,100.00

Responsibilities

• 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
• Other duties as assigned

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

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. 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 are made of, because who you are is what we need.

What we offer

 

At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:

  • A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
  • The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
  • A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
  • Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
  • A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

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