Mold and Bladder Maintenance Associate

Yokohama TWS North America; Charles City (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision

HSA/FSA Options

401K with Company Match

PTO and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Yokohama TWS North America in Charles City, IA, is seeking a Mold and Bladder Maintenance Associate. You will change bladders and molds, program tire recipes into the press computer, and coordinate mold and bladder changes with the lead.

You will operate the curing press and related equipment, monitor parameters (temperature, curing time) and contribute to equipment replacement decisions. Teamwork and safety are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Hands-on and mechanically inclined.
• Skilled with hand and power tools.
• Comfortable with heavy equipment.
• Good communication skills.
• Detail oriented and quality minded.
• Able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Change bladders and molds and program tire recipes into the press computer.
• Coordinate mold and bladder changes with the lead.
• Operate the curing press and related equipment.
• Occasionally check curing press parameters (temperature, time).
• Maintain cleanliness of the equipment/department.
• Keep inventory of items needed for production.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Repair

Equipment Troubleshooting

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Tape Measure Reading

Forklift Licensed

Machine Setups

Mechanical Assembly

Foundry Experience

Warehouse Experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Forklift Certification

Tool/Die/Mold Setup

Job description

About UsWe are Yokohama TWS, a leading global supplier of tires and complete wheels for the agricultural, material handling, construction, motorcycles segments. We design and manufacture tire and wheel solutions made for the future. With a combination of value, safety and ease, our solutions provide a more productive and sustainable performance our customers demand. We pair the expertise and power of our global reach with the care and knowledge of local proximity. This brings innovation, technology and sustainability together to answer the specific needs of our customers. All while continuing to reduce our and their impact on the planet.Our people take ownership to deliver on this promise every day. We are a global Company with a local reach, operating in more than 50 Countries worldwide with 6.700 employees of 40 different nationalities, 13 state-of-the-art plants and 4 innovation centers. We are part of Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global leader in the tire industry with 860.5 billion yen in revenues (approx. 6 billion euro), over 28,000 people around the globe and with operations in more than 120 countries. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy taking responsibilities and getting things done in the right way, join us! We are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in a truly dynamic and easy-going environment.General Job DescriptionMold and Bladder Maintenance Associates change bladders and molds, program tire recipes into the press computer and coordinate mold changes and bladder changes with lead.Key ResponsibilitiesAdjust functional parts of devices and control instrumentsOperate machinery and equipmentSet up and operate the curing pressOccasionally check upon the curing press parameters such as temperature, curing time, etc.Provide suggestions for equipment replacementOperate dry ice blasting unitKeep inventory of items needed to maintain productionMaintain cleanliness of equipment/departmentJob RequirementsHigh School Diploma/GEDHands-on approach/mechanically inclinedSkilled in the use of hand and power toolsComfortable with use of heavy equipmentGood communication skillsAble to adjust focus with changing prioritesGood physical condition (occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.)Detail oriented and quality mindedWork well in a team environmentNote:This is a general description of the role – other duties and responsibilities can be defined and assigned by the role manager during the course of employment.Benefits:Medical, Dental, & VisionHSA/FSA Options401K with Company MatchCompany Paid Life InsurancePaid Time Off10 Paid HolidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramVolunteer ProgramsEmployee Referral ProgramProfessional Development AssistanceEqual Employment Opportunity StatementYokohama TWS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.You should be proficient in:Heavy Equipment RepairEquipment TroubleshootingMechanical Troubleshooting SkillsSurface Mount Re-workWarehouse ExperienceMaterial Handler ExperienceTape Measure ReadingForklift LicensedMechanical Assembly SkillsMachine Setups for Production RunsFoundry Environment ExperienceMeets Physical RequirementsHigh School / GEDExcellent Communication SkillsExperience in a Manufacturing EnvironmentTool/Die/Mold Setup Experience