Injection Molding Machine Operator

Unit Line Bridgestone Golf, manufacturer of the highest quality golf balls in the world, is seeking dedicated, hard-working, quality-conscious operator technicians to join our team. Bridgestone is the leader in innovative technology in the golf ball market and operates a clean, team-oriented, high-tech, lean manufacturing facility located near I-20 in Covington, GA. Qualified candidates must have a thorough understanding of operations and quality metrics and have an enthusiastic, proactive attitude. 3S and Kaizen experience a plus. Will be required to work rotating shifts, 15-16 days or nights per month, and every other weekend. Opportunity for growth. Extensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision programs, paid vacation, sick time, 401k, retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and product discounts.

Nashville, Tenn.-based Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world's largest tire and rubber company. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand tires to address the needs of a broad range of customers, including consumers, automotive and commercial vehicle original equipment manufacturers, and those in the agricultural, forestry and mining industries. The companies are also engaged in retreading operations throughout the Western Hemisphere and produce air springs, roofing materials, and industrial fibers and textiles. The Bridgestone Americas family of companies also operates the world's largest chain of automotive tire and service centers.Guided by its global corporate social responsibility (CSR), commitment 'Our Way to Serve,' Bridgestone embraces its responsibility as a global leader by striving to improve the way people move, live, work and play.

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SUMMARY

Sets up, operates, performs minor repairs and adjusts automated production machines on unit line to produce golf balls that meet established quality standards, by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates automated production machinery (including: grinders, injection molding, hot stamp, paint spray, and S-lines).
• Adjusts machinery to ensure continuous operation of all processes.
• Performs visual and mechanical quality checks to ensure all production meets quality standards.
• Makes necessary set-up on equipment for product or process changes.
• Submits daily production, quality and equipment reports.
• Operates forklift.
• Maintains clean, orderly, safe workplace.
• Requires weekend and holiday work.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma, or G.E.D., and three years related experience and/or training.

QUALIFICATIONS

Typically requires a high school degree; or 1-2 year vocational training / associates degree