Tire Builder- Production Operator

Yokohama Tire Corporation • West Point, MS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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.
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.
Please review the information below for an overview of each section.
Changeover Operator: Perform changeovers on tire building machines, involving significant manual labor and adherence to safety and quality standards.Key Responsibilities:
Changeover Operations:
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.
Manual Labor:
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.
Splicing and Material Handling:
Splice new material onto old with a 30mm-50mm overlap.
Mark splices for visual verification.
Maintain cleanliness of components.
Safety and Quality Control:
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.
Communication and Coordination:
Inform carcass and belt operators about splices and changes.
Scan and initial material tickets for traceability.
Collaborate with CC operator for documentation.
Work Environment:
Manufacturing floor with machinery and moving parts.
Adherence to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Belt Side Building Operator: Perform belt side building operations on tire building machines, involving manual labor and adherence to safety and quality standards.Key Responsibilities:
Belt Preparation and Splicing:
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.
Manual Labor:
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
BC Stitching:
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.
Safety and Quality Control:
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.
Communication and Coordination:
Communicate with team members about splices and changes.
Ensure material tickets are scanned and initialed.
Collaborate with the CC operator for documentation.
Work Environment:
Manufacturing floor with machinery and moving parts.
Adherence to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Carcass Side Builder: Responsible for assembling the inner liner, body plies, beads, and sidewalls to form the tire carcass, ensuring high-quality production and adherence to safety standards. Key Responsibilities:
Assemble the inner liner, body plies, beads, and sidewalls to form the tire carcass.
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.
Work Environment:
Manufacturing floor with machinery and moving parts.
Adherence to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.

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. (Not Required)

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Verify all splices and material positions.
• Communicate with team members about splices and changes.
• Ensure material tickets are scanned and initialed.
• Assemble the inner liner, body plies, beads, and sidewalls to form the tire carcass.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

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