Tire Manufacturing Worker
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Tire manufacturing workers handle the entire tire production process, from mixing rubber raw materials to molding, vulcanization, finishing, and inspection.
Description
Tire manufacturing workers, on automotive tire production lines, mix rubber compounds as raw materials, create tire cords through extrusion molding or press molding, then heat and pressurize them in vulcanization machines to harden the rubber. In the finishing process, they perform deflashing and balance adjustments. They also handle operations such as equipment operation, inspection, simple maintenance, defect inspection, correction, recording, and other quality control tasks. Shift work is common, requiring teamwork to maintain stable quality and productivity, as well as the ability to respond to machine troubles.
Future Outlook
With continued demand from the automotive industry, stable demand for workers is expected. However, with the introduction of automation and AI, advanced equipment operation skills and quality management abilities will become increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Operator → Group Leader/Leader → Production Manager → Quality Control Staff → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Press Molding Machine Operation / Quality Inspection / Rubber Compound Mixing / Vulcanization Machine Operation
Recommended Skills
Machine Maintenance / Production Line Management / Safety and Health Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary to maintain product quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to long hours of standing work and handling heavy objects. |
| Problem Solving | Important for investigating causes of equipment troubles and defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | There is a lot of routine work, and little need for generating new ideas. |
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- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
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