Production Associate - Topeka, KS

IMMEDIATELY HIRING!!! – APPLY TODAY!!!   Pay Rate: Starting wage is from $21.00 to $28.328 dependent on the position randomly assigned.    After their 2-year mark they will be $26.25 to $35.41 again dependent on position.    Additional pay opportunities:  Night shift bonus (+$0.32 per hour)  Mix Area (+$0.10 per hour)   Shifts: 2nd 3rd & Rotating Shifts – must be available to work any shift as shifts are not guaranteed until start  General Description:    As a Production Associate, you will gain hands-on experience producing high-quality products in Goodyear's Topeka manufacturing plant.  You will also become familiar with safety, quality, and how to be successful in a team environment.  We encourage you to allow us to invest in your success as you invest in ours; apply today!   Golden Reasons to Join Our Team:  Goodyear offers phenomenal benefits for ALL of our employees. This list of benefits is not meant to be comprehensive, but only serves to give you an idea of what we do for our employees. Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401k with company match, Flex Spending Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and much more.   Weekly Pay  Up to 200 hours of vacation per year  11 PAID holidays per year  Overtime opportunity  Large break rooms equipped with microwaves. Drinks and snacks also available for purchase for convenience.  Job Information  Eligible for Cost of Living pay Adjustments on quarterly basis    Additional pay opportunities:  Night shift bonus (+$0.32 per hour)  Mix Area (+$0.10 per hour)  Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:   Clean and maintain a safe work environment   Abide by standard work procedures and job safety standards   Effectively operate tire manufacturing (heavy industrial) equipment and other related industrial equipment—when applicable   Meet quality expectations for all output produced   Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights when applicable.   Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy   Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing   Understand and follow all instructions   Basic Qualifications:    HS Diploma/GED    Must be at least 18 years of age   Must be legally authorized to work in the US without company sponsorship now or in the future   Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations  Must be able to successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment contingencies   Ability to work any and/or rotating shifts, Sunday-Saturday  Basic computer skills    Preferred Qualifications:   Previous manufacturing and/or industrial experience    Previous experience as Production Associate in a manufacturing plant   Additional education in manufacturing    Experience adhering to industry-specific safety standards   Candidate Criteria:    Self-motivated: demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision    Hard worker: someone who works diligently to get tasks done in a timely and safe manner   Adaptability: the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments   Team player: an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful   Commitment to working safely   Willingness to adhere to tobacco-free policy   Plant Schedule  8-hour shifts. Days, Afternoon, Night or Rotate. (Shifts held by seniority)A Day in the Life Video