Production Associate: Retread Tire Technician - Howell, MI
About The Position
As a member of our retread team, you will play a role in recapping, remolding, or in other words, extending the life of an existing tire to get it back on the road!In our retread plants you will have the opportunity to support the retread process through various stages:Inspect the tires to assess if they can be retreadBuff the casing to remove any worn treadRemove embedded objects, rust, and repair the tire casingUsing rubber cement or a patch, repair the casing before applying new treadBuilding the tire by applying new treadCuring the tire to mold the retread applicationFinal Inspection to assess a safe and quality product
Requirements
- Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.â¯without company sponsorship now or in the future.
- Basic Computer Skills
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Previous experience in manufacturingâ¯environment/ General Labor/ Entry Level
Responsibilities
- Inspect the tires to assess if they can be retread
- Buff the casing to remove any worn tread
- Remove embedded objects, rust, and repair the tire casing
- Using rubber cement or a patch, repair the casing before applying new tread
- Building the tire by applying new tread
- Curing the tire to mold the retread application
- Final Inspection to assess a safe and quality product
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug, vision, dental plans and Wellness Program
- 401(k) with company matching with a 2% Match
- Life Insurance (100% Company Paid)
- 40 Hours of vacation time in your first year and holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250
- On-going Training and further career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
