Retread Technician 1st Shift

TRAC Intermodal

1d • $22 • Onsite

About The Position

TRAC Tire Services is now hiring Retread Techs for 1st shift, to operate various
machinery within our plant located in Florence, KY.

1st Shift up to $21.75 an hour

FIRST SHIFT ROTATING SCHEDULE:  

6:00AM to 4:30PM; 4x10 hour days, Monday through Friday, one weekday off that
rotates every week, along with weekends off. (OT as needed)

Summary:  

The Retread Technician will be responsible for performing all aspects of the
commercial tire retreading process, as well as quality control. The retreading
process starts when old tires are received into the facility. A quality
inspection of the tire is then performed.  If the tire passes inspection, the
old tread is then buffed away, and a new tread is applied to the buffed "casing"
using specialized machinery. After curing the tires in a chamber to secure the
new tread, a final inspection is done to complete the process.

This position requires a high level of quality control for each stage of the
commercial tire retread process. The retread process is conducted through
multiple stations where cross training will be provided for each area.

Requirements

• Ability to work in facility that is a non-climate-controlled work environment, e.g. hot in the summer months and cold in the winter months
• Ability to frequently bend, twist and lift objects over 50 to 100 pounds on a regular basis. This includes using 100+ pounds of pressure when pushing tires
• Must be able to work standing up and handle repetitive and sustained motions, awkward postures, mechanical stress concentrations, and vibrations
• Must be able to pass a preemployment drug screening as well as a criminal background check
• Must be 18 years of age to apply for this position

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and understanding of Commercial Tires is preferred

Responsibilities

• Ensure station is cleaned and stocked and equipment is working properly before and after all shifts
• Consistently meet or exceed standard metrics per day for each position (tires inspected, tubes pulled, etc.)
• Work well in a team environment. Employees may be asked to work multiple positions some days in order to meet daily goals
• Maintain and update logs and tracking spreadsheets as needed
• Show up to work in a timely and consistent fashion to ensure your shift does not lose productivity due to staffing shortages
• Ability to identify when using any hazardous materials and use proper PPE/procedures when handling these materials
• Other Duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed