General Laborer - Retread Tech

McCarthy Tire Service; Federalsburg (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team productivity bonus

On-the-job training and career growth

Health, dental and vision coverage

Stable full-time employment

Job summary

McCarthy Tire Service is seeking entry level, motivated, dependable, and safety-focused individuals to join our Retread Production Team as General Laborers. This role supports inspection, preparation, processing, and finishing of commercial tires in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

We offer competitive hourly pay, a team productivity bonus potential, on-the-job training, and stable full-time employment with a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, warehouse, production, tire industry, retread, or general labor is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to meet established production, attendance, and quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience are a plus.
• Willingness to learn all aspects of the retread manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor duties throughout all phases of the retread manufacturing process.
• Inspect commercial tires to determine retread eligibility and identify defects.
• Prepare tires for retreading through buffing, cleaning, and processing operations.
• Assist with the application of tread rubber and other retread components.
• Perform finishing and final preparation tasks on completed retread tires.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards and customer expectations.
• Record, track, and monitor production information throughout the manufacturing process.
• Load, unload, transport, and handle tires, materials, and finished products safely.
• Operate production equipment and machinery in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, OSHA requirements, and safety regulations.
• Wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and other designated safety gear.
• Support team productivity goals and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other production and general labor duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Shift 1 (Day Shift):$17.00 - $19.00per hour
• Additional Team Monthly Productivity Bonus Available if goals are met

General Laborer - Retread Production

Pay Rate:

• Shift 1 (Day Shift):$17.00 - $19.00per hour
• Additional Team Monthly Productivity Bonus Available if goals are met

Position Summary

McCarthy Tire Service is seeking an entry level, motivated, dependable, and safety-focused individuals to join ourRetread Production Teamas General Laborers. This position plays a key role in the retread manufacturing process by supporting the inspection, preparation, processing, and finishing of commercial truck tires. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, work effectively as part of a team, and contribute to meeting production, quality, and safety goals.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay
• Team productivity bonus potential based on facility performance and production goals
• On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities
• Stable, full-time employment with an industry leader
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision coverage.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Perform general labor duties throughout all phases of the retread manufacturing process.
• Inspect commercial tires to determine retread eligibility and identify defects.
• Prepare tires for retreading through buffing, cleaning, and processing operations.
• Assist with the application of tread rubber and other retread components.
• Perform finishing and final preparation tasks on completed retread tires.
• Conduct quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards and customer expectations.
• Record, track, and monitor production information throughout the manufacturing process.
• Load, unload, transport, and handle tires, materials, and finished products safely.
• Operate production equipment and machinery in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, OSHA requirements, and safety regulations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, and other designated safety gear.
• Support team productivity goals and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other production and general labor duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, production, tire industry, retread, or general labor experience is beneficial but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to meet established production, attendance, and quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude and hands‑on experience are a plus.
• Willingness to learn all aspects of the retread manufacturing process.

Safety Requirements

• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Safety Manual.
• Wear required PPE at all times while performing job duties.
• Follow proper lifting, material handling, and equipment operation procedures.
• Maintain housekeeping standards and a safe work environment.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and physical examination.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements throughout the work shift.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding manufacturing environment for extended periods.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and warehouse setting.
• Exposure to production equipment, tire materials, rubber compounds, and machinery.
• Varying temperatures and industrial working conditions.
• Facility may not be climate-controlled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

McCarthy Tire Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Compensation Note

In addition to hourly wages, employees may be eligible to earnteam productivity bonuses based on departmental performance, production goals, quality metrics, and other established criteria.