Regional Tire Uniformity Manager (The Americas)

Job description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. YOUR TASKS We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Regional Tire Uniformity Manager for the Americas to join our central team. The position is located in Sumter, United States. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing tire uniformity processes across our manufacturing facilities in North and South America, ensuring consistent quality and performance of our products.

HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT Lead and coordinate tire uniformity initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites in the Americas region. This is an onsite position with frequent travel requirements across the Americas.

• Develop and implement standardized procedures and improvement measures for tire uniformity testing and production process stability
• Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement in tire uniformity and linked production processes
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement projects and initiative to create a sustainable benefit in Americas region
• Coordinate and mentor a team of tire uniformity specialists across different locations
• Stay up-to-date with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies in tire manufacturing
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on tire uniformity performance to senior management
• Work closely with global counterparts to ensure alignment with company-wide standards and best practices
• Conduct regular site visits to manufacturing facilities to assess processes and provide hands-on guidance Other Duties as Assigned.

NOTE

May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed. THE ENVIRONMENT Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as steel toes, hearing protection, etc. The job is within a climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE Authorization to work in the USA now and in the future (This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.)

• Bachelors degree in engineering or natural science
• 7+ years related professional experience Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the tire manufacturing industry, with at least
• 2 years in a managerial role
• 2+ years working in tire uniformity testing, quality control processes, and manufacturing processes
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable insights
• Excellent project management skills with a track record of successfully implementing process improvements
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including experience managing and developing teams across multiple locations
• Proficiency in data analysis tools
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present to senior management Experience working in a multi-cultural environment and managing regional initiatives Willingness to travel frequently to manufacturing sites across the Americas region ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT Masters Degree in engineering or natural science
• 5+ years in Tire Uniformity, quality control processes, and manufacturing processes Six Sigma certification is preferred