Tread Line Operator (TRO)- Illinois

Continental • Mount Vernon, IL

9d

About The Position

The Tread Line Operator works in the extruding department. The position involves removing and reloading dies, changing recipes, placing rubber strip on the feed belt and rolling up the first run (50 pounds), conducting changeovers, maintaining tread operation within tolerance, and scrapping tread into a mill as needed. The role requires physical work, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds and frequent reaching and twisting, with occasional bending, squatting, and climbing stairs or a ladder. Comprehensive training is provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Consistently lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Perform frequent reaching and twisting, and occasional bending, squatting, and climbing stairs or a ladder.
• Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines, including wearing hearing protection and steel-toe shoes.

Responsibilities

• Remove and reload dies.
• Make recipe changes.
• Place rubber strip on the feed belt and roll up the first run (50 pounds).
• Conduct changeovers as needed.
• Maintain tread running within tolerance.
• Scrap tread into the mill as needed.

Benefits

• Immediate benefits.
• Robust total rewards package.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee discounts, including tire discounts.
• Employer 401(k) match.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment with 20+ employee resource groups.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Future personal and professional growth opportunities.
• Quarterly incentive program.
• Shift differential pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED