Manufacturing Leadership Development Program

at  Goodyear

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 72,000 people and manufactures its products in 57 facilities in 23 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry.
At Goodyear, we embrace the diversity of our workforce and value the contribution of our associates. We strive to provide associates with a safe work environment, the resources they need to do their jobs, and ample opportunities for growth. These objectives, coupled with competitive compensation and benefits, allow us to foster an environment where associates can work to achieve their full potential and contribute to the company’s success. For more information, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Mimimum 3.0 overall GPA required
• Must be geographically mobile upon program completion
• No experience required.
• Prior co-op experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to lead complex projects or teams.
• Ability to communicate effectively through presentations and written documents.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and staff.
  Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Goodyear is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
  Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 72,000 people and manufactures its products in 57 facilities in 23 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate.
  Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.
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PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• Gain knowledge and an understanding of the plants primary entry-level management positions.
• Attain a well-rounded knowledge base for better decision making.
• Acquire basic leadership competencies for entry-level positions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Shadow a Continuous Improvement Specialist, Electrical Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Industrial Engineer and Area Manager within the business center and perform hands-on learning activities as directed.
• Learn problem solving and continuous improvement methods relative to that portion of the business center.
• Write reports to demonstrate knowledge of the plants manufacturing processes, the roles and responsibilities of the support functions, and technical knowledge of equipment and processes in a specific area.
• Perform a challenge assignment in each of the designated positions.
• Complete designated management and leadership courses for entry-level managers.