Plant IV Curing Setup Tech

Continental • Mount Vernon, IL

162d • $63,038

About The Position

The Plant IV Curing Setup Tech will set up and make mold changes for Passenger Truck Tire Curing Presses. Responsibilities include the removal and installation of all bladders, cleaning and drilling venting in molds, making minor adjustments to presses as needed, and assisting in spraying and loading of Passenger Tire Presses. The role requires the ability to make mold and bladder changes, install recipes, build and tear down bladders, clean molds in press, and maintain data input. The tech must also perform minor mechanical adjustments and emergency repairs, chase scrap, conduct first tire and bag checks, and perform audits on squeeze cycles, cure cycles, and temperatures. Following all plant policies, environmental policies, and safety policies is essential. The tech must be certified to operate a Forklift and effectively communicate with other setup techs, curing supervision, and press operators. The position involves maintaining quality and quantity production while keeping work areas neat and orderly.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 1 year Continental Manufacturing experience or 2 years mechanical experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Associates Degree.

Responsibilities

• Set up and make mold changes for Passenger Truck Tire Curing Presses.
• Remove and install all bladders.
• Clean and drill venting in molds.
• Make minor adjustments to presses as needed.
• Assist in spraying and loading of Passenger Tire Presses.
• Make mold and bladder changes, install recipes, build and tear down bladders.
• Clean molds in press and maintain data input.
• Perform minor mechanical adjustments and emergency repairs.
• Chase scrap and conduct first tire and bag checks.
• Perform squeeze audits, cure cycle audits, and cure temperature audits.
• Follow all plant policies, environmental policies, and safety policies.
• Communicate effectively with other setup techs, curing supervision, and press operators.
• Maintain quality and quantity production and keep work areas neat and orderly.
• Perform other duties as directed by the PLT Curing Supervisor, Lead Supervisor, or Department Manager.
• Ensure all ESH procedures, policies, and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.

Benefits

• Immediate Benefits.
• Robust Total Rewards Package.
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts.
• Employer 401k Match.
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED