Retread Technician - Dalton, GA - Wilks Tire & Battery Service

Retread Technician 

At Wilks Commercial Retread facility our technicians will perform retreading functions for commercial tires.  This position functions as a manufacturing environment, where commercial truck tires are retreaded through a series of manual and automated processes. This position does not require any previous retread manufacturing experience.   

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:    

• Train for all aspects of retread tire manufacturing, including: inspecting and buffing tire carcasses, applying rubber compounds, curing, and quality control.  

• Follow processes to ensure retread tire completion.  

• Comply with all safety and liability guidelines and policies, including using protective safety equipment to ensure safe operation of machines.   

• Any other duties requested by management.  

• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time, which may include light and heavy lifting, including commercial tires and wheels, standing, bending, and squatting  

Basic Requirements:  

• Commitment to follow all safety procedures and work in a safe manner.  

• Must be willing to work scheduled shifts including weekends.  

• Must be at least 18 years of age.   

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship now or in the future.  

Preferred Qualifications:  

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.  

Candidate Criteria:  

• Commitment to follow all safety procedures and work in a safe manner.  

• Must be able to work in a results-oriented, fast-paced environment as part of a team.  

• Must be a self-starter and willing to take initiative, able and willing to work without direct supervision, and be willing to attend appropriate training sessions.