Company Overview Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. 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. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. Position Summary The Industrial Engineering position focuses on optimizing the interconnected components of a manufacturing system (e.g., plant location, personnel work flow/ergonomics, materials logistics, production process sequence, and equipment layouts, etc.). A Senior Professional position applies advanced knowledge of a job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex. Responsibilities Responsibilities: * Machine capacity analysis, delay studies, and time studies * Manpower analysis and production expectations * Project justification * Analyze and improve material flow * Leads projects or processes of diverse scope, while working independently with limited supervision * Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals * Supports continuous improvement/automation activities (Bekido/Koka-i watch/Gemba) * Establishes methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel (Budget, Forecasting, etc.) * Conducts cost/inventory/production control and human factors studies to develop and implement plans for facility modifications and revisions to operating methods * Assists manufacturing plant/facilities engineers with facility planning and design * Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders. * Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: * BS in industrial engineering or a related field, such as manufacturing or mechanical engineering, is required * 2-3 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment * Master's degree in engineering a plus * On-site Role Other Qualifications * Experience gathering information and providing solutions in a timely manner. * Strong business writing and verbal communication (and presentation) skills * Ability to foster trusting relationships with colleagues and business areas. * Intermediate (Advanced is preferred) using Office 365 Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Power BI. * Experience creating ad-hoc reports and ability to analyze data for management reports. * Detail oriented with strong time and project management skills. * Excellent communication (i.e., verbal and written) and presentation skills. Must be able to write clearly and concisely in English and Spanish. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Ability to monitor compliance with policy, procedures, and processes. * Contract Management- ability to resolve contract-related issues. * Customer service oriented. * Results-oriented with sound decision-making ability. * Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude. * Team player, comfortable with fast-paced, changing environment and ambiguity. * Ability to work independently. Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree; or 3 years and a master's degree; or a PhD without experience; or equivalent work experience