Maintenance Specialist at Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Topeka, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Manufacturing, AutomotiveIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field with relevant technical certifications
4+ years of experience working with multidisciplinary engineering & maintenance associates to achieve cost effective goals
Proven ability to gain results in a team environment
Computer literate in MS Office Suite, computerized layouts sheets & database management
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, team development & management skills
Strong commitment to continuous improvement, safety & environmental protection
Aptitude in mechanical, electrical & welding applications
Ability to understand plant layouts, capital estimating, associate-man computations & tire manufacturing equipment processes

Responsibilities

Lead equipment modifications to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
Drive the development and continuous improvement of maintenance strategies and systems to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective equipment performance
Foster strong relationships with external service providers and support the implementation of best-in-class maintenance practices across the site
Develop & execute activities involving continuous improvement tools, analysis of product irregularities, recommending solutions & facilitating cost down initiatives related to improving product costs, including training & instruction of appropriate team members for day-to-day floor support
Assist in identification of unacceptable performance through analysis & acquired technical knowledge of the product & process including waste & cost reduction
Assist in & learn process for preparing cost estimates, financially justifying projects, preparing budgets, reviewing design, supervising installation & commissioning
Assist in research of new equipment, systems & processes to advance plant operations
Gain understanding & assist to ensure safety, environmental & other regulatory compliances by working with appropriate associates on EHS issues, following the implementation of MSR’s & improving the communication across all relevant departments
Participate in contractor management process & periodically assist with contractor’s work to ensure that safe work practices & standard operating procedures are followed

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

continuous improvementequipment maintenancesafety complianceenvironmental complianceregulatory compliancecost reductionprocess analysisproject managementcontractor managementEHStechnical certifications

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for the Maintenance Specialist role?

A Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field with relevant technical certifications and 4+ years of experience working with multidisciplinary engineering and maintenance associates to achieve cost-effective goals are required.

What skills will set me apart as a candidate for this position?

Equipment design experience and project engineering or project management role, along with excellent leadership, communication, organizational, team development and management skills, aptitude in mechanical, electrical and welding applications, and strong commitment to continuous improvement, safety and environmental protection will set you apart.

Is relocation assistance available for this role?

Yes, relocation is available.

Is visa sponsorship offered for this position?

No, sponsorship is not available.

What is the salary or compensation for this Maintenance Specialist position?

This information is not specified in the job description.