56K - Des Moines - Head Cement Mixer

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, along with Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively under the strategic region known as "Bridgestone West." This region supports the business needs across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, and Africa, showcasing the global footprint and influence of Bridgestone Corporation, which is globally headquartered in Japan. As a world leader in tire and rubber products, Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture, and market a wide variety of Bridgestone, Firestone, and associate brand products designed to meet the diverse needs of customers and industries worldwide. Bridgestone is committed to innovation, research, and sustainability, driving the mobility sector forward with the goal to serve society with superior quality.

The role being offered is within the BAMG - Des Moines business unit, classified as a non-management position within the production and skilled trades category. The Production Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, calibration, and operation of machines involved in the production processes. This involves following verbal or written instructions, diagrams, or models to ensure efficient and accurate machine operations. A key element of the role is inspecting machining operations and finished products using precision measuring tools to verify adherence to specified tolerances. Additionally, the operator troubleshoots and corrects more complex machine malfunctions while performing routine maintenance and cleaning tasks. They may also provide support in numeric controlled programming, including programming for computer numeric control (CNC) and coordinate measuring machine (CMM) tools.

This position provides an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in developing technical skills within a highly dynamic and technical environment. Bridgestone emphasizes a diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work. The company offers a supportive onboarding experience, ongoing training and mentorship to help employees grow their careers, and a work environment that promotes agility, work/life balance, and long-term wellbeing. Employees also have the chance to engage in corporate social responsibility activities, contributing to Bridgestone's mission of making mobility safer, more efficient, and sustainable for future generations. Bridgestone values collaboration and creativity, making this role ideal for dedicated candidates passionate about high-quality production and precision machinery operations.