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Rim Plant Technician

POSITION SNAPSHOT

JobReq ID:  53591
Type of work:  On site
Type of contract:  Open-ended/permanent
Full/Part Time:  Full time
Location: 

Burgersfort, ZA

ABOUT US

Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, 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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Job Title

Rim Plant Technician

 

About the Role

Job Purpose

 

The main purpose of the role involves restoring vehicle rims to pristine condition, using a variety of repair and refinishing techniques.

Responsibilities:

 

  • Perform thorough inspections of refurbished rims to ensure they meet company standards for safety, quality, and aesthetics.
  • Provide exceptional customer service, communicating effectively with clients and team members.
  • Document repairs, services, and parts used for accurate record-keeping.
  • Assess structural integrity, ensuring rims are free of cracks, bends, and other deformities that could impact vehicle performance or safety.
  • Inspect cosmetic finishes, including paint, polish, and coatings, for uniformity, smoothness, and adherence to quality specifications.
  • Document inspection findings and communicate any issues to the refurbishment team for corrective action.
  • Develop and maintain detailed inspection checklists and quality control records.
  • Work closely with the refurbishment serviceman and technician to provide feedback on quality standards and continuous improvement.
  • Conduct routine audits of tools, materials, and processes to ensure adherence to health and safety protocols.
  • Stay updated on industry standards and best practices to uphold the highest levels of quality and safety.

 

 

Qualifications & Experience Required

 

Education, Master, other certification:

  • Grade 12 National Senior Certificate.
  • Level 1 MPI Certificate (requirement).
  • Forklift Certification.

 

 

Experience (years):

  • Proven experience in quality inspection within automotive repair or refurbishment, preferably in rim repair or refinishing.

 

Skills:

  • Proficiency in forklift operation, including safe loading and unloading of materials.
  • Technical Skills: Familiarity with inspection tools and techniques, as well as understanding of rim repair and painting processes.
  • Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail and ability to identify cosmetic and structural imperfections.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess issues and work with technicians to implement solutions.
  • Physical Stamina: Comfortable working on your feet and handling equipment for extended periods.
  • Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for clear documentation and team collaboration

WHAT WE OFFER

At Bridgestone, what really matter is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to “Serve Society with Superior Quality”, for that, we offer you more than just a competitive payment; we will provide you:

  • 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.

We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age.

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