Senior Production Control & Planning Analyst

Bridgestone Americas • Bloomington, IL

1d • $82,700 - $128,200 • Onsite

About The Position

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM) and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA) operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. This role focuses on managing production to optimize the use of resources and meet production schedules and standards, including planning and controlling production schedules, coordinating with material requirements, estimating and scheduling human resources, tools, and equipment, and researching/recommending changes to production processes, systems, technology, or equipment.

Requirements

• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related area of study

Nice To Haves

• Proven strengths with technology and electronic systems/software
• Master’s degree is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

• Planning and controlling production schedules and coordinating with material requirements to ensure a controlled flow of approved materials
• Estimating and scheduling the human resources, tools, and equipment needed for the production process
• Researching, evaluating, and recommending changes to production processes, systems, technology, or equipment to enhance organization's production capabilities
• Initiates and leads projects or processes of diverse scope, while working independently with limited supervision
• Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level professionals
• Supports and often leads continuous improvement/automation activities
• Uses advanced analytical/technical problem solving to develop new solutions to existing problems/procedures
• Supports relationships through strong communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders

Benefits

• A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
• The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
• Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
• A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
• A diverse and inclusive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior