Company Overview

Firestone Polymers, LLC is headquartered in Lake Charles, LA and manufactures polymers and synthetic rubber in our world-class ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 registered plant located in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Firestone's unique anionic polymerization technology allows production of high purity, high molecular weight polybutadiene and a wide range of block, random, and vinyl modified styrene-butadiene copolymers. These products are sold around the world for use in tires, impact modification of plastics and hot melt adhesives. Statistical process control is used in every step of the operation. Firestone Polymers, LLC is a subsidiary of Bridgestone Americas, a division of Bridgestone Corporation, the world's largest tire and rubber company.

Legal, Compliance & Audit

This position is committed to the enforcement of plant policy as directed in matters of plant security, safety, fire protection, and personal conduct. Responsible for emergency response. Must be able to fulfill the responsibilities of all positions within the department. Must maintain required Department of Homeland Security MARSEC (TWIC) compliance regulations.

• Successfully complete annual LDS activities.

• Understands Bridgestone Safety Fundamental Activities (3S, KY, RA, and Safety Rules) and supports all the plants efforts in this program.

• Conducts routine inspections of fire, safety, and security equipment. Documents the condition and reports findings to the Manager of Safety and Health or Safety Supervisor.

• Conducts OSHA type inspections of areas of the plant. Documents the condition and reports findings to the Manager of Safety and Health.

• Conducts safety training (procedures, use of PPE, etc.) as needed to support the Training

• Department including preparing and presenting topics for monthly safety meetings
  Reviews safe operating procedures and update as needed.

• Completes atmospheric testing for Line Breaks and confirms that testing is within stated limits before entering data on General Work Permit.

• Maintains equipment for atmospheric testing and ensures that equipment has been calibrated as scheduled and bump tested before each day’s use.

• Issues Hot Work and Confined Space Permits throughout the plant

• Participates in routine audits conducted by floor level teammates, front line supervisors, and management as requested and provides input and follow-up on the resolution of findings from these audits. Particular attention to be given to task related audits.

• Directs Fire Brigade personnel during plant fires and other emergencies (rescue, HAZMAT response, etc.) on off-shifts holidays and weekends.

• Trained in and serves as On-Site Incident Commander during plant emergencies that require On-Site Incident Command.

• Activates CAER under the supervision of the Manager of Safety and Health.

• Investigates and documents (reports and photographs) all unusual incidents and accidents on assigned shift. Issues report before the end of that current shift.

• Organizes and conducts fire brigade, HAZMAT, and Rescue drills and instructs teammates on the use of all equipment, procedures, and communications.

• Conducts safety orientation to teammates, contractors, and visitors as needed.

• Conducts IH monitoring after first being trained to conduct such sampling.

• Issues Hazardous Work Permits as required. These are tasks that are not specifically covered under other plant Safety Procedures.

• Audits erection of all new scaffolding and completes scaffolding checklist at the completion of each audit.

• Serves as stand-by for welding/burning in certain hazardous situations. Can serve as an additional standby.

• Provides first aid/CPR on off-shifts and weekends, transports injured teammates to Emergency Room if an ambulance is not warranted.

• Conducts routine Contractor Safety Audits and documents and submits reports of those audits.

What we offer

At Bridgestone, what really matters 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 compensation; 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.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.