Bridgestone Americas · 2 weeks ago
Associate Field Service Engineer
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, providing a wide range of products and solutions. The Associate Field Service Engineer will train to manage a dedicated territory, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency for Bandag Dealer Franchise locations through technical expertise and project management.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
You will focus on ensuring maximum uptime, efficiency, and quality for our Bandag Dealer Franchise locations by providing technical expertise, training, and project management
Install, troubleshoot, and repair complex industrial retread equipment (electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems)
Perform routine equipment calibrations and install hardware/software kits
Train dealer personnel on the proper operation and maintenance of all major retread equipment to maximize service life and productivity
Manage plant installation and modification projects from initiation to completion, including equipment, beam, and monorail systems
Coordinate and meet with external contractors to ensure project timelines and specifications are met
Conduct Bandag Systems Audits and UPS Audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and franchise agreements
Analyze plant production data, identify productivity constraints, and develop action plans to drive operational improvements and quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Develop and maintain strong relationships with Bandag dealers and Area Management Teams
Contribute to 3-year strategic resource (SR) plans and provide ongoing support for material flow and production efficiency
Document all dealer visits and service activities accurately
Qualification
Required
Minimum of an Associate's Degree in a technical field (e.g., Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related coursework) or equivalent relevant experience
Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic systems
Willingness and ability to travel extensively (over 75%) for the entire duration of the training program and to relocate to an assigned territory afterward
Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to effectively train others
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field
Military experience/training in electronics or electrical systems will be considered equivalent to an Associate's degree
Benefits
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.
Company
Bridgestone Americas
Bridgestone Americas family of enterprises includes more than 50 production facilities and 55,000 employees throughout the Americas. It is a sub-organization of Bridgestone Corporation.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$50MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of AgricultureJoint Genome Institute
2024-10-22Grant
2022-11-17Grant· $35M
2022-03-30Grant
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