Job Description

As an Area Manager you will be responsible for leading and coordinating manufacturing operations within an assigned area to ensure the achievement of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity objectives. This role drives operational excellence through effective leadership, employee development, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Why This Role Matters

This position plays a critical role in ensuring operational performance and business success by developing high-performing teams, optimizing resources, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

• Lead and develop supervisors and hourly associates within the assigned area.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and operational procedures.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Manage staffing, training, employee engagement, and performance management activities.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

• Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, accountability, and results.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree or 5 years relevant work experience.

• Minimum of one-year relevant work experience, manufacturing or military experience preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams while managing multiple priorities.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Working knowledge of safety and quality standards, HR policies, and budget management.

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Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 63,000 people and manufactures its products in 49 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 www.goodyear.com/corporate

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.