Union City TN - Operations Associate I

The Carlstar Group; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carlstar Group is seeking an Operations Support I at our Tennessee plant. This hourly role supports Production by rotating through Injection Molding, Apex Beads and Extruder Booker tasks, while prioritizing safety, quality and continuous learning.

You will collaborate with production, quality and engineering teams to set up machines, load materials, perform inspections and keep this line running efficiently. A strong safety mindset is required.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma required; manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Able to learn multiple production roles and operate with safety in mind.
• Willing to obtain forklift certification and work across shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate injection molding, Apex Beads, and Extruder Booker processes to support production.
• Set up and start up machines and load/unload materials.
• Perform first piece inspections and maintain basic machine PM.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

SummaryTitan Intl Operations Support I is an hourly position responsible for continuous performance according to assigned job specifications. The successful candidate will be committed to safety, good housekeeping, and a willingness to learn. Operations Associate I employees can be trained and assigned to any of the roles of the below listed jobs at the manufacturing plant, and often will rotate between the different jobs as business needs dictate – Injection Molding, Apex Beads, Extruder Booker.SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Injection MoldingWork with production, quality, and product development groups to deliver plastic and rubber injection parts in support of operational plans.Understands the components of an injection molding machine.Set and start up injection molds.Diagnose process quality issues.Operate a crane and other equipment, as necessary.Perform Forklift operation and material handling functions.Connect and unload bulk material deliveries.Perform first piece inspections at startup of molds.Perform machine PM requirements.Perform minor mold maintenance and cleaning.Program and maintain pick and place robots.Load, Unload, and Operate Punch Presses.Package Finished PartsSUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Apex BeadsSets up materials and production machinery per the specification requirements using correct tools and procedures.Logs into computer to determine production and specification requirements.Wig-wag stock changesExtruder die cleaning and changeover.Apex tooling adjustmentsChoose color-coded ring spacers according to bead diameter.Choose an appropriate rack for the product to be made.Feeds the specified raw rubber (wigwag) into a mechanical stock feeder o Feeds rubber stock from the stock feeder into the extruder hopper at specified temperature and speedDirects extruded rubber using the specified extruder die onto moving conveyors, rollers, and cooling drumPlaces bead wire in bead holder clamp using actuator pedals o Applies apex to bead wire directed by hand as the assembly rotates o Trims excess rubber from assembly using approved tools and methods o Joins the splice to completely cover all wires evenly o Separates each apex-bead assembly with a colored spacer o Places completed apex-bead assemblies on rack o Reports production on computer and prints material tag.SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: Extruder BookerResponsible for taking sheets of tread rubber off conveyor & placing them on the leaves of the Tread Storage BookUse correct controls on machine as it relates to job duties and responsibilities.Produce within specifications as noted in standard work procedure.Tag both ends of Tread Book with catalog Number, Date, and shift Number.Transport Tread Books completed to storage area using correct equipment.Use keyboard to enter information about the location of stored Tread BooksPerform conveyor maintenance; cleans area; changes filters; changes cutters; cleans rollers.SKILLS AND ABILITIES: All Operations Associate I EmployeesThe employee should hold the following abilities:Work at an effective and productive pace while operating heavy equipment.Be a safety advocate for self and other team members.Apply common sense to carrying out instructions and procedures.Use problem-solving skills to deal with issues in process as they arise.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: All operations Associate I EmployeesAll Operations Support I Employees. The employee should have the following:High school diploma or general education degree (GED).Applicants seeking GED: Enroll in our GED Ready program to help you get a GED while working. Manufacturing experience preferred but not required, candidate will be trained for this position in-house.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting production and quality goals.Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed or required.ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:All Operations Associate I Employees To perform the essential functions of this job, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The employee should possess the ability to:Work safely around continuously moving mechanical parts.Work in a hot environment while meeting production rates.Be exposed to a noisy environment and comfortable with PPE requirements.Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for 8–12-hour shifts.Be comfortable standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, leaning, and working around rotating equipment.Be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.Ability to push/pull 5O-150 lbs. on a wheeled cart; static push/pull:20lbs.Ability to stoop, stand, squat, and move at a continuous pace for 8+ hours/day.Pinch minimum 6 lbs.Grasp minimum 35 lbs.A full range of motion required: cervical, shoulders, elbow, wrist, fingers, hands, truck twist, and feet.Working Conditions: moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, static shock, burns, go up heights, odors, dust, protrusions, narrow access, good vision, and hearing.Any lifting over 70 lbs. must be completed with assistance through mechanical or individual support.Certain positions require forklift certification.Other job duties will be required, as needed, to be performed by the employees in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Employees often cover other jobs and may be assigned other functions outside the job role to support the continuation of the operation of the Union City TN Plant facility.