Tire Building Operator

Continental•Clinton, MS

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Tire Builder Operator is responsible for operating high-value commercial radial truck tire building equipment to assemble and position all components required for constructing “green” commercial radial truck tires.

Requirements

HS diploma or equivalent GED
At least 1 year of previous experience in manufacturing
Willing to work 12 hour rotating shifts – days, nights, and weekends.
Minimum Silver level on the WorkKeys Assessment

Nice To Haves

Experience preferred using PIV (powered industrial) vehicles

Responsibilities

Be able to read specs, know all tire components used in the assembly, and effectively communicate with set-up team and supervision.
Load and remove stock cassettes and books
Make minor machine adjustments to ensure proper stock length and placement
Complete quality checks on products including material splices, standards, and corrective actions using metric measurements and formulas.
Read specifications, use hand tools, tape measures and other gauging devices to monitor current and ongoing product quality.
React quickly to equipment downtime or other extraordinary condition, and must notify supervision whenever such conditions occur
Perform actions with a control panel interface, both automatic and manual
Execute basic sequencing process on Tire Build machines
Possess and apply problem solving skills in case of machine cycle issues
Must be able to read and understand written and oral instructions: as to specs, procedures, tolerances, and various construction and quality requirements.
Communicate with other inbound and outbound operators, production operators, other crew members and supervision.
Drives forklifts and operate other material handling equipment as needed and is responsible for the proper care and safe operation of the material handling equipment.