Company Overview

　　Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality.” We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future.

　　We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. 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. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.

　　Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.

　　Job Category

　　Engineering & Science

　　Position Summary

　　The Maintenance Engineer/Manager is responsible to continually improve the reliability & efficiency of plant mechanical rotating and fixed equipment. Using a variety of tools & technology, the Maintenance Engineer/Manager is expected to enhance the company’s approach to predictive & preventative maintenance in our chemical processing facility. The Maintenance Eng/Mgr is responsible for developing the department CapEx and OpEx budgets and working in those budgets to achieve the company goals and objectives. This is a hands on position where this person will supervise two direct reports but they will also work directly maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide variety of rotating equipment in a chemical manufacturing environment! Compensation for this position will include a base pay in the $110,000 to $120,000 range plus a 10% annual bonus at target along with absolutely world-class benefits. In addition to a very generous PTO plan awarded on day one, 100% company paid benefits like life insurance and LTD and more are also offered. Full relocation assistance is being offered for this position but sponsorship is not!

　　This person must have experience working with Chemicals and highly flammable materials along with typical experiences in the areas of LOTO, Confined Spaces, Hazardous Communications, & other related areas. This Chemical plant has extensive electrical, hydraulic, rotating equipment and mechanical systems that this person must be an expert with. They will perform failure analysis and root cause analysis and manage Millwrights and IE&C teammates. A Bachelor's Degree in a technical field is required plus 5 years of experience in a chemical facility. A degree in Chemical Engineering is a big plus! This is an onsite position located in Mesa, AZ and here is a youtube link to a short video that showcases our world-class facility. Please take a look!

　　https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkTopAcOqJI

　　Pay Range: $93,000.00 - $155,000.00

　　Responsibilities

　　Responsibilities

　　Overseeing maintenance systems and strategy for entire site in a chemical pilot plant environment

　　Perform failure analysis and root cause analysis

　　Planning and scheduling all maintenance activities including annual shutdowns to ensure reliable operations

　　Ensuring all compliance-based inspections are completed and documented.

　　Leads project work as dictated by the needs of the research effort

　　Manage Maintenance Team (Millwright and IE&C)

　　Mechanical Engineering efforts for new processes and equipment

　　Participate and lead in cross functional and international teams

　　Manage the CMMS

　　Create maintenance procedures and documents as needed

　　Perform safety audits/inspections as required

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　5 years of experience in maintenance in a chemical manufacturing environment that includes handling of flammable materials, LOTO, confined spaces management and more

　　Strong knowledge of engineering concepts, including electrical, hydraulic, rotating equipment and mechanical systems

　　Ability to keep track of and report on activity

　　Experience in planning maintenance operations

　　Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

　　Excellent leadership and management skills

　　Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field required

　　Project Management and PSM experience are a plus

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a master’s degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience. Chemical manufacturing experience is required.

　　Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of 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 Eligibility

　　If 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.