Machine Technician

Machine TechnicianBridgestone is seeking Machine Technicians (MT) to join our Passenger and Light Truck Tire (PSR/LTR) and Off-Road Radial Tire (AOR) manufacturing plants located in Aiken County, South Carolina. Together, these two facilities employ approximately 1,900 team members. This is a Career Bridgestone Aiken provides career growth opportunities. More than 80 percent of our managers are promoted from within, and we offer multiple career development paths. Competitive Compensation Machine Technicians have starting wages of $24 and can progress up to $35 per hour. Our plant's hourly teammates participate in a bonus program that gives you the opportunity to earn extra income. Example: 2022 Averages in Pay w/ Variable Bonus Plan 7.82% per week Fully Skilled at $30 per hour plus Result Sharing $32.35/hr. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drugs Start on Day 1 Tuition Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Short Term Disability, Team Member Tire Purchase Discount, Onsite Medical Clinic with Nurse Practitioner, Parental Leave Competitive 401K (Bridgestone will contribute 6.5%-9% if team member takes full advantage of match) Onsite Gym Physical Demands Manual dexterity to operate buttons, levers, and tire material Ability to lift 50/75 pounds unassisted throughout workday Physical mobility to squat, stoop, bend, climb, and walk Ability to push/pull 600-pound carts requiring 30 pounds of force Correctable vision and hearing Willing to work in exposure to weather (hot & cold)Our Team Members must be extremely flexible and comfortable participating in a team environment. Successful candidates will meet the following requirements:Must be willing and have the ability to work rotating swing shiftsMust be willing to learn and have the ability to operate multiple pieces of equipmentMust be able to meet and maintain all expected behavioral characteristicsPreferred: 2 years of previous industrial/manufacturing experience AND 2 years of stable work historyAt Bridgestone, you are Free to BeWe believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they feel safe bringing their chosen version of themselves 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. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.What we offerAt 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.An effective and inclusive team.Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider all individuals for employment based on their unique merit and without regard to 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 EligibilityIf 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.