Lead Tires and Materials Testing Technician

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company • Akron, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Tires and Materials Testing Technician will maintain test vehicles and lab equipment as well as support offsite testing to support materials and tire testing. This person will also collaborate with Scientists and Engineers, develop test methods, and mentor junior technicians. This is a primarily first shift position which may require some off shift work, including nights and weekends and traveling.

Why This Role Matters
Ensures accurate, reliable materials and tire testing by maintaining, calibrating, and troubleshooting critical laboratory equipment test, and fleet vehicles.
Protects test integrity and product quality through data analysis, error diagnosis, and leadership in quality control and ISO compliance.
Accelerates innovation by partnering with Scientists and Engineers to develop test methods and resolve complex equipment challenges.
Builds long‑term lab capability by mentoring technicians, leading training efforts, and establishing consistent, safe testing practices.

What You Will Do
Calibrate, verify, and validate machines and instruments to ensure proper setup and reliable results.
Repair and maintain test and fleet vehicles. Laboratory hub and bearing maintenance.
Troubleshoot and repair issues with laboratory instruments and equipment.
Diagnose testing errors, analyze/interpret data, and provide recommendations to maintain testing integrity and support project progression.
Willingness, with Goodyear's support, to obtain Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to support offsite testing, including winter operations.
Drive quality control efforts and support ISO audit processes.
Collaborate with Engineers and contractors to troubleshoot equipment issues and support testing development or special operational requests.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 7+ years of relevant experience, or 4+ years with an Associate’s degree in a STEM field.
• Experience in laboratory, manufacturing, or industrial environments, including ISO quality systems and operating manual/semi‑automated machinery and industrial vehicles.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and technical aptitude with solid computer skills, basic math competency, and technical writing capability.
• Proven teamwork and collaboration skills with flexibility to shift between tasks as business needs change.
• Lifting / Carrying 10–40 pounds: Frequent
• Mobility: Standing: Frequent, Sitting: Frequent, Walking/Traverse: Frequent
• Hand Movement: Repetitive Motion: Frequent
• Other Sensory Requirements: Hearing: Frequent, Speaking: Occasional
• Environmental Exposures: Chemical / Hazardous Waste: Rarely, Gases / Gas Leaks: Rarely
• Additional Workplace Conditions: Moving Mechanical Parts: Yes

Nice To Haves

• Willingness, with Goodyear's support, to obtain Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to support offsite testing, including winter operations.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, verify, and validate machines and instruments to ensure proper setup and reliable results.
• Repair and maintain test and fleet vehicles. Laboratory hub and bearing maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and repair issues with laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Diagnose testing errors, analyze/interpret data, and provide recommendations to maintain testing integrity and support project progression.
• Obtain Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to support offsite testing, including winter operations.
• Drive quality control efforts and support ISO audit processes.
• Collaborate with Engineers and contractors to troubleshoot equipment issues and support testing development or special operational requests.
• Mentor junior technicians.
• Develop test methods.

Benefits

• Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED