About this role
As an Area Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth, safe, and timely flow of plant production, delivering high‑quality products to the next operation and ultimately to the customer. You will lead day‑to‑day operations, drive business performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery, and develop a strong, engaged workforce. This role demands decisive leadership, operational discipline, and a commitment to continuous improvement at the floor level.
What You’ll Do
- Maintain a safe, efficient, and uninterrupted production flow while ensuring all products meet quality standards before moving to the next operation or customer.
- Promote and model safety in every aspect of plant operations. Ensure adherence to all procedures, audits, standard work, and compliance requirements within the department.
- Coach, develop, and support hourly associates while fostering a positive team culture. Hold employees accountable for achieving operational objectives and performance standards.
- Translate Business Center (BCE) strategies to the production floor, ensuring alignment between plant objectives and daily operational activities.
- Develop and sustain a culture of continuous improvement within your team. Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and overall performance.
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s Degree with 1+ years of relevant work experience, preferably in manufacturing or military leadership; or 5+ years of relevant work experience.
What Will Set You Apart
Experience in tire manufacturing processes preferred.
Strong ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
Knowledge of safety and quality procedures, HR policies, and budgeting practices.
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and motivate teams.
Additional Details
Relocation Available: No
Sponsorship Available: No
Shift Schedule:
- 12‑hour shifts: 6 AM–6 PM (Day) / 6 PM–6 AM (Night)
- 28‑day rotating pattern with both day & night shifts
- Regular built‑in days off throughout the rotation
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Goodyear offers a competitive pay and comprehensive total rewards package designed with your physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing in mind. The pay range for this position is
$70,955.00 - $158,128.00However, base pay offered may vary depending on factors such-as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. You will also be eligible for a number of benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability, tuition assistance, sick and vacation time, as well as tire discounts. You will receive more information on our Total Rewards if selected to interview.
Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 51 facilities in 19 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 Goodyear.com.
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.
Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
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About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
At Goodyear, our passion for innovation has driven us to be number one in tires, and that's been true from the racetrack to the moon.
What you'll do
- As an Area Manager, you will ensure the smooth and safe flow of plant production while delivering high-quality products. You will lead day-to-day operations and drive business performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
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