Mold and Bladder Maintenance Associate

About Us

We 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 Description

Mold 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 Responsibilities

• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments

• Operate machinery and equipment

• Set up and operate the curing press

• Occasionally check upon the curing press parameters such as temperature, curing time, etc.

• Provide suggestions for equipment replacement

• Operate dry ice blasting unit

• Keep inventory of items needed to maintain production

• Maintain cleanliness of equipment/department

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED

• Hands-on approach/mechanically inclined

• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools

• Comfortable with use of heavy equipment

• Good communication skills

• Able to adjust focus with changing priorites

• Good physical condition (occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.)

• Detail oriented and quality minded

• Work well in a team environment

Note:

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, & Vision
• HSA/FSA Options
• 401K with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Volunteer Programs
• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Yokohama 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 Repair
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Surface Mount Re-work
• Warehouse Experience
• Material Handler Experience
• Tape Measure Reading
• Forklift Licensed
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Foundry Environment Experience
• Meets Physical Requirements
• High School / GED
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Tool/Die/Mold Setup Experience