Tire Manufacturing Equipment Operator

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Industry & Occupation

Engineering & Manufacturing

Classification

Summary

A job involving operation and monitoring of equipment for manufacturing tires from rubber raw materials, and quality control.

Description

Tire manufacturing equipment operators handle the setup, operation, and monitoring of various machines used in the manufacturing processes from kneading rubber compounds to molding and vulcanization. They adjust parameters such as raw material input amounts, temperature, and pressure according to production plans to maintain product quality. They also perform equipment inspections, simple maintenance, initial responses to issues, and achieve efficient production while complying with safety and hygiene standards.

Future Outlook

Supported by stable demand from the automotive industry, the spread of electrification and environmentally responsive tires emphasizes high-precision quality control and automation technologies. Even with advances in labor-saving, the transfer of skills from experienced operators remains essential.

Personality Traits

Cooperative / Detail-oriented / Physically fit / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

Indoor factory work / Line work / Rotating night shifts / Shift work

Career Path

Tire Manufacturing Equipment Operator → Senior Operator → Shift Leader → Production Management (Supervisor) → Factory Manager

Required Skills

Compliance with Safety and Health Procedures / Parameter Adjustment / Production Equipment Operation / Quality Inspection (Appearance and Dimensions)

Recommended Skills

5S and Safety/Hygiene Knowledge / PLC Operation / Quality Management Techniques (QC) / Statistical Process Control

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Attention to detail is essential to detect minute abnormalities to maintain product quality.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Physical stamina is required for long hours of standing work and machine operation.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Creativity & Ideation Because there is a lot of routine work, and accuracy is valued more than creativity.

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Aliases

  • Tire Operator

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