Tire Builder- Production Operator

Yokohama Tire Corporation•West Point, MS

3d•$37,030 - $55,604•Onsite

About The Position

The Tire Building Department is divided into three main sections. To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must be willing and able to learn and work in all three areas. This role is responsible for the operation of production equipment according to safety standards, standard operating procedures, in-process control standards and other related standards to ensure product quality with the right quantity and on time delivery.

Requirements

Previous experience in tire manufacturing or a related field preferred.
Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting and pushing heavy objects.
Attention to detail and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Effective communication skills and teamwork.
Strong mechanical aptitude and proficiency with hand tools and machinery.
Ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy objects.
Knowledge of safety protocols and ability to adhere to them strictly.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Lift and move heavy cassettes.
Must be able to lift, push, and/or pull 50lbs or more.
Use PPE as required.
Stand, walk, and use manual dexterity for extended periods.
Walking to transport material to the Tire Building Machine

Nice To Haves

Vocational training in manufacturing or mechanical fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform changeovers on tire building machines, involving significant manual labor and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Execute machine changeovers per SOP.
Ensure material ticket rack numbers match specifications.
Apply proper techniques for pulling and pushing cassettes.
Measure and verify material dimensions accurately.
Retrieve and stage full material cassettes from AGV drop-off points.
Remove empty cassettes and load full ones onto guiding rollers.
Push cassettes into machines correctly.
Splice new material onto old with a 30mm-50mm overlap.
Mark splices for visual verification.
Maintain cleanliness of components.
Follow safety protocols and use required PPE.
Be vigilant of pinch points and hazards.
Implement STOP-CALL-WAIT for abnormalities.
Record measurements on the check sheet.
Inform carcass and belt operators about splices and changes.
Scan and initial material tickets for traceability.
Collaborate with CC operator for documentation.
Perform belt side building operations on tire building machines, involving manual labor and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Prep and apply belts to the belt drum.
Verify belts are within laser lines.
Splice belts butt to butt with no cord overlap.
Push the next step button after each task.
Retrieve and stage full material cassettes.
Remove empty cassettes and load full ones onto guiding rollers and machines
Push cassettes into machines correctly.
Constantly Lifting CAP Tread for 12Hrs
Walking to transport material to the Tire Building Machine
Splice BC material butt to butt.
Use a bevel stitcher to secure the BC splice.
Ensure the BC is within laser lines and free of defects.
Follow safety protocols and use required PPE.
Be vigilant of pinch points and hazards.
Implement STOP-CALL-WAIT for abnormalities.
Verify all splices and material positions.
Communicate with team members about splices and changes.
Ensure material tickets are scanned and initialed.
Collaborate with the CC operator for documentation.
Assemble the inner liner, body plies, beads, and sidewalls to form the tire carcass, ensuring high-quality production and adherence to safety standards.
Apply textile fiber cables and rubber compounds to create strong and durable carcass plies.
Position and secure beads to ensure they clamp firmly against the rim.
Inspect carcass components for structural integrity and adherence to specifications.
Operate machinery such as the CC drum, handheld stitcher, and zipper stitcher.
Verify bead splice positions and ensure no visual defects in materials.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and adhere to safety protocols.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintain cycle times for each step.
Document and report any abnormalities or defects in the production process.