Manufacturing Student Intern - LaVergne-2

Company Overview Wherever you work and whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to Serve Society with Superior Quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for... full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future. We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need. Bridgestone Americas, Inc. is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone Americas and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. Position Summary Manufacturing Technician at Bridgestone have a passion for innovation that drives our company forward. Our Intern program gives you the opportunity to join the world's largest tire and rubber company at the forefront of innovation and mobility. As a teammate, you will gain hands-on experience working on meaningful projects, network with across the organization, learn what it is like to be a Manufacturing Technician at Bridgestone, and finally, make a lasting impact while developing lifelong skills and competencies to elevate your future career. Responsibilities • The Manufacturing Student Intern position at the LaVergne plant will work in a multi-craft environment which requires knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic (PLC) disciplines in a manufacturing environment. The position will be assigned tasks that could involve a wide variety of maintenance activities including repairs, preventative activities, and predictive activities. The position will also be assigned a special project that will exist for the entire length of their program. The position will be for a one-year time frame (12 months) at the set rate of $25 per hour. The intern must complete at least 20 hours per week, with the potential of additional hours available depending on plant needs; however, usually not in excess of 40 hours. Upon successful completion of the 1-year (12 month) Bridgestone LaVergne Internship, as well as the Nashville State Electrical Engineering Technology program, the candidate will be eligible to take the Bridgestone LaVergne Maintenance Engineering Technician (MET) assessment for the potential opportunity of a full-time position. Previous experience will be considered in conjunction with the internship and this offer is not guaranteed. Minimum Requirements: • Nashville State student entering the 2nd year of an Electrical Engineering Technology program. Successful completion of the prescreening and interviewing process. Preferred Experience: • Previous experience of industrial maintenance in a multi-craft environment, preferably a position that required a working knowledge of mechanical, electronic (PLC), and electrical disciplines, and / or Equivalent military experience Relevant experience and education required