Tire Production Associate

Thompson Tire Production AssociateThompson Tire & Service full-service tire business serving customers in Cedar Rapids, Dubuque, and Davenport, Iowa. We serve commercial customers with competitive pricing across a wide variety of tire brands and customized tire service, including on-site repairs and 24/7 roadside assistance.Additionally, we have a Goodyear Authorized Retread plant in our Dubuque location that can help our customers save money on their new tires. The Thompson Tire Production Associate is responsible for safely and efficiently retreading commercial tires.In our retread plant, you will have the opportunity to support the retread process through various stages:Inspect the tires to assess if they can be retreadBuff the casing to remove any worn treadRemove embedded objects, rust, and repair the tire casingUsing rubber cement or a patch, repair the casing before applying new treadBuilding the tire by applying new treadCuring the tire to mold the retread applicationFinal Inspection to assess a safe and quality productResponsibilities:Work alongside a small, tight-knit team side by side with industry expertsComplete on-the-job training and become competent in all workstations of the retread process. No experience necessary, but a desire to learn will help you get up to speed fasterA strong work ethic and attention to detail are critical in this roleCheck work for accuracy, including assisting other members of the team as neededMaintain a clean and safe work environmentRequirementsWork Environment & Physical DemandsAutomotive repair shop environmentPhysically demandingRegular standing, walking, bending, and liftingAbility to lift up to 50lbsUse of hand tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop machineryCompensation & BenefitsCompetitive pay commensurate with experienceComprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceSupplemental InsurancePaid time off and holidays401 (k) with company matching up to 4%Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThompson Tire & Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace.