Industrial Engineer

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 - Wilson

Management Level

Individual Contributor

Job Category

Engineering & Science

Position Summary

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to join our team in the Wilson, NC plant.

In this role, the Industrial Engineer will analyze and develop work measurement and productivity controls for production departments. Assist with analyzing manufacturing process and machinery for increased efficiency, safety and quality. Prepare detailed cost analysis on labor and methods. Analyze production ticket forecasts and operating efficiency, overtime, staffing & machine utilization. In addition the position requires the ability to learn the production process and equipment in assigned areas. Will communicate with production operators, technicians, finance, leadership, corporate support groups, and counterparts in other production facilities.

Responsibilities

• Leads projects or processes of diverse scope, while working independently with limited supervision

• Supports continuous improvement/automation activities

• Establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel

• Conducts cost/inventory/production control and human factors studies to develop and implement plans for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods

• Assists manufacturing plant/facilities engineers with facility planning and design

• Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in database management tools is a plus, such as advanced MS software, Power BI, tableau, and experience in any programing software language.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment

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.