Senior Laboratory Technician

Company Overview Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a "Bridgestone West" strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. Job Category Engineering & Science Position Summary We are searching for a Laboratory Technician like you to join our team. In this role, you will focus on performing routine lab operations to support the laboratory environment. A Lab Tech is a Senior Support position requires broad knowledge of operational procedures and tools through extensive work experience and may require vocational or technical education; works under limited supervision for routine situations; and provides assistance and training to employees. Problems you will encounter are typically are not routine and require analysis to understand. Responsibilities * Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations * Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced assignments * Sets up, configures, installs, and maintains laboratory equipment * Follows instructions and checklists to operate equipment and mix chemical solutions for use in tests * Takes measurements and performs routine biological or chemical analytical tests according to standard procedures * Compiles research data, operating records, and reports of test results * Controls stocks of materials and chemical agents * Performs safety program checks and preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments * Trains, delegates and reviews the work of lower level employees. Minimum Qualifications A two-year Associates degree with 5 years experience in a rubber testing laboratory or experience in a rubber manufacturing facility. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in science related field such as chemistry or material science. At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. 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 are made of, because who you are is what we need. What we offer At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality", for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you: * A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. * The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. * Corporate Social Responsibility activities. * A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. * Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. * A diverse and inclusive team. Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

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