Location: all cities,AZ, USA
Req ID: 444985Address: 4625 Interstate Way Suite 501 Kingman, AZ, 86401 Welcome to Love's! Where People are the Heart of Our Success Tire Retread Machine Operator The tire retread technician will be responsible for performing assigned duties to facilitate the efficient production of quality retread products. How You Will Fit In Use all safety-related PPE such as gloves, safety glasses and tire cages while doing any work.Visually inspect tires to be retreaded to determine conditionFurther inspect casings utilizing electronic liner detection and X-Ray inspection equipmentRepairs casings, if needed, utilizing proper procedures and correct size repair patchOperate buffing machine to remove existing treads from tires and measure tires to determine proper tread widthUtilize shearography inspection machine to further inspect the buffed casingSkive, buff, and fill any injury in the tire as requiredOperate cushion extruder to apply cushion to the buffed casingOperate semi-automatic builder to apply proper size tread to casingSelect proper size envelope and curing rim apparatus and apply to the casing and utilize envelope leak detection devices to ensure the integrity of the curing envelopePlace tires in curing chamber and cure tires according to specificationsRemove tires from the chamber after cure and remove curing rims and envelopesInspect tires to ensure the quality of product and compliance with customer standardsTrim and paint the finished product and apply the labelInspect finished retread utilizing multiple-step high-pressure test machine to ensure the integrity of the casingReceive and unload supplies including tread rubber, cushion gum and repair materials, envelopes, curing rim, tire casings, rims, etc.Assists in distribution center activities as assignedInflate inner tubes and immerse them in water to locate leaks.Works in wheel reconditioning area as assignedPerform routine inspection and maintenance on plant equipment following manufacturers instructionOperate plant computer equipment and scannersMaintain a safe facility and use safety first practices to remain accident-free.Perform weekly and monthly projects and assigned tasks.Maintain personal grooming and company uniform standards.Maintain company attendance standards.Other duties as necessary. Benefits That Can't Be Beat Fuel Your Growth with Love s - company funded tuition assistance program Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance PlansFlexible SchedulingRoad to Success Program for career developmentOn-the-job trainingCompetitive pay (paid weekly)Team Member bonus programHoliday pay401(k) with matching contributionsParental LeaveAdoption AssistancePet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Typical Skills and Demands Ability to learn and operate all facility equipment including computers, and retreading machineryGood verbal and written communication skills, time management and delegation skills, organization skills, can-do attitude, sense of urgency, and strong work ethic.Requires normal range of hearingRequires standing and walking, with some bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbingAbility to occasionally move and handle tires weighing up to 100lbs.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Subject to cold and hot temperatures Work Environment While performing these duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons. Occasionally, the employee will also be exposed to fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc. Diversity Statement From the founding of Love's, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion. In order to sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation. Grow Far with Love s As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each of our people has success is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training. If management is your path, we will help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and challenging work is not only recognized but rewarded. Whether you are looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love's, all roads lead to success! Love's has been fueling customers' journeys since 1964. Innovation and perseverance continue to lead the way for the family-owned and -operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City with more than 40,000 team members in North America and Europe. The company's core business is travel stops and convenience stores with more than 630 locations in 42 states. Love's continues its commitment to offer products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, four-wheel customers, RVers, alternative fuel and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities Love's serves and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace are hallmarks of the company's award-winning culture. The Love's Family of Companies includes:Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry's safest trucking fleets.Speedco and Love's Truck Care, the largest oil change and preventive maintenance and total truck care network.Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader.Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert.TVC Pro-driver, a commercial driver's license (CDL) protection subscription service.