Future Opportunities - Manufacturing Technician (Retread) Job Listing at Goodyear in East Peoria, IL

Automotive / Transport, Chemicals

Future Opportunities - Manufacturing Technician (Retread)



Description As a Wingfoot Retread Technician you will perform retreading functions for light and medium truck, bus and specialty tires. This position functions in a manufacturing environment at a Wingfoot Commercial Tire facility where commercial truck tires are retreaded through a series of manual and automated processes including:
- Inspecting and buffing tire carcasses for retreading.
- Applying rubber compounds to retread the tire.
- Curing retreaded tires.
- Quality control of finished product.
- Any other duties requested by management.
This position operates in an indoor environment however exposure to heat is to be expected in the summer months.
Excellent safety and attendance performance is expected.
Requirements
* Must be willing to follow all safety procedures and work in a safe manner.

* Must be able to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a team.

* Must be a self-starter and willing to take the initiative, able and willing to work without direct supervision, and be willing to attend appropriate training sessions.

* Must possess a mechanical aptitude.

* Must be willing to perform service calls on nights and/or weekends on a rotating basis.

* High School Diploma or GED preferred.

* At least 3 months of relevant service experience is preferred.

* Good oral and written communication ability.

* Must be able to pass a background check including employment history, SSN verification, criminal history, etc.

* Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug test (hair-based).

* Must have a valid driver's license for the type of vehicle required for the position and be able to meet commercial driver qualification requirements, including be at least 21 years of age.
Type Full-time
Business Line Manufacturing
Location IL, East Peoria