Production Associate - Houston, TX

Goodyear. More Driven.

 

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For more than a century, Goodyear has led the industry in manufacturing innovative tires that deliver the highest level of performance for everything from passenger cars and trucks to airplanes, heavy-duty mining equipment, and racecars. We are devoted to advancing tire technology, applying our innovations to new products that deliver confident mobility for drivers everywhere. If you are looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career path, you will enjoy being a part of the manufacturing team. 

 

General Description:

As a Production Associate, you will gain hands-on experience producing high-quality products in one of Goodyear's Chemical manufacturing plants.  Goodyear Chemical is a division of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company which manufactures and markets rubber-related chemicals for various applications. You will also become familiar with safety, quality, and how to be successful in a team environment.  We encourage you to allow us to invest in your success as you invest in ours; apply today!

Pay Rate:

 

There is a three-year pay rate progression with this position.  

 

• Starting rate of pay         =   $20.00
• 12 months of service      =   $22.00
• 24 months of service      =   $24.00

 

Upon accumulating 30 months of continuous service associates will be paid the rate for the classification they are performing.

 

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Perform routine operation of process and mechanical equipment. Control, monitor and adjust as necessary
• Troubleshoot process, product quality, safety and environmental problems and identify equipment requiring maintenance
• Review, analyze, and interpret lab data, distributive control monitoring information, log information from previous shift(s) and from the field, AVO (avoid verbal order) instructions, etc. to identify problems and make decisions
• Clean and maintain a safe work environment
• Abide by standard work procedures and job safety standards, including required PPE
• Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights and/or confined spaces when applicable
• Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Understand and follow all instructions, both orally and in writing

Basic Qualifications:

• HS Diploma/GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to successfully complete all pre-employment criteria
• Ability to work any and/or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime if applicable
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• AAS in Process Operations Technology
• Process Operations Technology Certification
• Previous manufacturing experience with basic knowledge and understanding of mechanical principles
• Previous experience as a Process Operator in the chemical, rubber or petroleum industry
• Distributed Control System (DCS) Console Board Operations experience
• Vocational/technical school and/or coursework
• Apprenticeship program within a mechanical discipline
• Previous military service experience within a technical specialty
• Experience adhering to industry-specific safety standards
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply mechanical concepts and principles to solve problems

Candidate Criteria:

• Self-motivated: demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
• Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done in a timely and safe manner
• Adaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments
• Team player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful
• Ability to review, analyze, and interpret information, identify problems and make decisions in routine and non-routine situations
• Commitment to working safely
• May be required to serve on the Emergency Response Team

 

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