Production Associate - Lawton, OK

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Goodyear Lawton is currently seeking Production Associates. Our production workforce supports the tire manufacturing process in various machine operations.

  • Starting Range - $20.24-22.85/hr
  • Shift Differential - Rotating Bonus $0.75
  • Wage progression - start at 70% of the rate and increase 10% every 6 months until at full rate.
  • General Wage increase. This is looked at twice per year but is not guaranteed.

General Description:

As a Production Associate, you will gain hands-on experience producing high-quality products in one of Goodyear's manufacturing plants. You will also become familiar with safety, quality, and how to be successful in a team environment. We encourage you to allow us to invest in your success as you invest in ours; apply today!

Requirements to become a successful candidate are:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Successful completion of a background check & drug test.
  • Successful completion of pre-employment assessment.
  • Job specific physical work capabilities exercises.
  • Must be willing to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
  • Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
  • Ability to lift at least 50 pounds or more on a regular basis.
  • Prior experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment preferred.

What's in it for you:

We offer a safe work environment, competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug and dental plans, life insurance, 401(k), paid vacations and holidays. On-going Training and further career opportunities. Approximately 75 percent of our career opportunities are internal promotions. Plant schedule includes 7 consecutive days scheduled off every 28 days.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous manufacturing and/or industrial experience
  • Previous experience as Production Associate in a manufacturing plant
  • Additional education and/or certification in manufacturing
  • Experience adhering to industry-specific safety standards

Candidate Criteria:

  • Self-motivated: demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
  • Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done in a timely and safe manner
  • Adaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments
  • Team player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful
  • Commitment to working safely
  • Willingness to adhere to tobacco-free policy .

Check out the video below of what some of our employees have to say about working for Goodyear:

A Day in the Life Video

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