About the role#
This is a student position based at our manufacturing plant in Joliette. You will work within the laboratory team to ensure the quality of raw materials and rubber components. This role involves shift work, specifically 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on a 4-3-3-4 rotation.
What you'll do#
- Standardize rheometers and viscometers using appropriate rubber samples.
- Perform calibration and maintenance on lab equipment, including changing seals.
- Collect samples and prepare them for physical and chemical testing.
- Analyze test results to release compliant batches or hold non-conforming materials.
- Compare test results against database specifications.
- Complete documentation and reports to maintain product traceability.
- Document non-conforming samples and perform follow-up tests to identify affected production.
- Certify the unloading of carbon black.
- Return unused sample portions to production.
- Support internal and external audits.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a DEC or BAC program in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry.
- Strong verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Capability to work effectively within a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Joliette, Quebec, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full time.
About Bridgestone Americas
Bridgestone Americas is a subsidiary of the Japan-based Bridgestone Corporation. The company develops and manufactures tires, mobility solutions, and rubber-based products for consumers and fleet customers. It operates a network of retail tire and automotive service centers across the Americas. The enterprise maintains over 50 production facilities and employs 19,770 people. Its regional headquarters are located in Nashville, Tennessee.
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