Tool and Die Maker jobs in Bossier City, LA

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For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining the boundaries of tire technology, producing innovative tires that deliver unparalleled performance for a diverse range of vehicles. Our success, however, is not just due to our cutting-edge products, but also to our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work experience where no matter your role, you'll contribute to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of some of the world's most innovative tire products. We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire greatness and understand that job satisfaction and career success start with support and investment. At Goodyear, we invest upwards of 1000 hours into our new hires, ensuring they can make quality products safely.

If you seek a rewarding, challenging career, join us on this exciting journey.

Base Pay: $60,000-$70,000 annually 

Benefits: Competitive total rewards program for employees that promotes personal health, assists employees in maintaining a healthy balance between work and life and meets the diverse personal and professional needs.  

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance plans 
• 401K 
• Opportunity for advancement and career development 
• Competitive wages 
• Paid vacation (after 1 year) & holidays (after 30 days) 
• Employee discounts and wellness programs 

The Die Shop Technician is responsible for designing and developing dies for our plant extruders (including data analysis and conducting process/equipment trials), alongside preparing machining programs for CNC equipment (including providing technical support for the equipment). The idea candidate should have a keen understanding of product, process, and material specifications to uphold and enhance product quality within the manufacturing process, while ensuring customer concepts and specifications. This position would require close collaboration with the New Product Industrialization group (concerning new specifications/code development), as well as working hand-in-hand with production and maintenance teams in implementing die trials and provide area subject matter expertise during shutdowns and startups.  

• Punctuality and attendance are extremely important to the success of the operations in general as well as contributing to an overall positive team atmosphere. Dependable job attendance is expected. Basic Computer skills preferred. 

Shift Information: 12-hr shift (potential for days or nights) 

• 2-2-3 continuous work schedule (This scheduling allows for some natural overtime and gives a three-day weekend every other week) 

Work Environment: Texarkana, AR Plant 

• The job is within a fast paced, heavy industrial environment and you may be required to work within various areas of the factory. 
• The environmental conditions can be hot, cold, and noisy. 
• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing and eye protection, protective clothing, and steel-toed shoes. 

Basic Qualifications: 

• High school diploma, GED or the Workforce Center's Career Readiness Certification (CRC) with a minimum of Silver Certificate level 
• Must be at least 18 years of age  
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future  
• Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations 
• 2 year Technical degree or equivalent combined with manufacturing experience (operations, quality or engineering)