Truck Tire Builder (TTB)

Continental • Mount Vernon, IL

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About The Position

This position is responsible for building truck (semi) tires. The builder cycles machinery to splice and stitch tire components and remove the carcass from the drum. The work includes loading materials into the tire machine, conveyor, and/or buggy and verifying stock and specifications. Builders may be required to perform change-overs during the shift, ranging from changing the tread to changing most or all building components.

The role involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. and occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs. Frequent reaching and twisting are required, with occasional stair or ladder climbing, squatting, and bending. The work takes place in a non-climate-controlled environment with temperature swings, forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise. Safety procedures and guidelines must always be followed, including wearing hearing protection and steel-toe shoes. Comprehensive training is provided. New hires will likely be placed on a shift that includes evenings and weekends.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 0–2 years of manufacturing experience needed.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. and occasional lifting and carrying up to 100 lbs.
• Frequent reaching and twisting, with occasional climbing of stairs or ladders, squatting, and bending.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.

Responsibilities

• Build truck (semi) tires.
• Cycle machinery to splice and stitch tire components and remove the carcass from the drum.
• Load materials into the tire machine, conveyor, and/or buggy.
• Verify stock and specifications.
• Perform change-overs, which may involve changing the tread or most or all building components.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines, including wearing required safety equipment.

Benefits

• Immediate benefits.
• Robust total rewards package.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee discounts, including tire discounts.
• Employer 401(k) match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Future personal and professional growth opportunities.
• Quarterly incentive program eligibility.
• Shift differential: $0.20 per hour for evening shifts, $0.40 per hour for overnight shifts, and $1.00 per hour for weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

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