Commercial Retread Technician

Shrader Tire•Melvindale, MI

32d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Commercial Retread Technician Since 1948, STO has been providing innovative solutions for the transportation industry. We are "fleet specialists" and focus our business in the commercial truck tire and lubricant fields. Our dedicated team of professionals are trained and motivated to provide extreme customer service. Careers at Shrader Tire & Oil will provide opportunities for promotion from within and offer incentives that will help you reach your goals. Shrader offers a great benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, paid time off and a 401 (k) plan. Our Core Values focus on safety first, team attitude, lead with integrity, and community involvement. If you want to learn and grow with a family-owned company that has been around for over 75 years, Shrader is for you! What we pay: $18-$20 Based on Prior Retread Experience $1.50/hour Productivity Bonus Available Paid Weekly $1,000 Referral Bonus (FOR BOTH PEOPLE!) What you will do: Visually and electronically inspect tires, scanning tires into system, repair tire injuries and fill with extrusion gun Buffing old tread off tire casings, apply new tread compound on casing, operate tire x-ray machine as necessary, and operate curing chamber and monitor equipment settings Operation of computer-based tracking system throughout the production process Maintain sufficient and accurate inventory levels with regards to material used in the retreading process and utilize the automated inventory-scanning feature to keep inventory levels current

Requirements

Must be able to move, and stack truck tires, tread, and other materials repetitively This includes the ability to lift to 50 pounds and stand for up to 10 hours a day. Occasional bending, walking, kneeling, and stooping are also required
Knowledge of mechanical equipment operation
Ability to utilize air-powered hand tools
Work is performed inside the manufacturing facility, with exposure to dirt, rubber dust, noise, and seasonal temperature changes
Must adhere to all safety guidelines including the wearing of appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment - safety glasses, hi-vis, safety footwear, etc.)
Other duties assigned as needed

Responsibilities

Visually and electronically inspect tires, scanning tires into system, repair tire injuries and fill with extrusion gun
Buffing old tread off tire casings, apply new tread compound on casing, operate tire x-ray machine as necessary, and operate curing chamber and monitor equipment settings
Operation of computer-based tracking system throughout the production process
Maintain sufficient and accurate inventory levels with regards to material used in the retreading process and utilize the automated inventory-scanning feature to keep inventory levels current