Press Operator 11 PM-7 AM

Titan International, Inc. a global leading wheel and tire assembly manufacturer for the agriculture, construction, forestry and mining markets has an openings for 3rd shift Press Operators in the Des Moines, IA facility. The primary function of this position is to take the green tire and use a pre-molded press, mold and complete a new tire according to specification. Know, practice, and be in compliance with all safety rules and procedures. Maintain communication and teamwork to produce a product of the highest quality by the most effective process
discretion in executing their duties. This position requires a high degree of confidentiality.

Essential Functions

Operators keep workplace clean and neat at all times.
Performs press preparation using keyboard, enters information about serial and identification into computer.
Responsible for press preparation and operation and servicing 12-15 presses.
Presses are set up by Press Services according to specifications from lead man.
Insures press ready (warmed) to perform an extended first cure.
Moves green tires to presses on tire racks and will spray tires.
Top of mold is sprayed, bottom is closed.
Inspects green tire for catalog number and possible defects and/or foreign material. • Places tire into press over the bladder and seated on bottom bead ring and activates press.
Removes tire when press opens, inspects tire, sends to the finish area.

Qualifications

High school diploma and/or general education (GED): and/or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that performs the essential function of this position.
Physical Requirements:

Must be able to meet the Ergonomic as well as the Physical Base Score for this position.
Stand 30%, Walk 70% of each day. - Lifting/carring items 25 - 80 lbs.
Lifting bulky objects
Push/pulling 10-50 lbs. on a carrier. Static 5 lbs.
Pinch minimum 6 lbs.
Grasp minimum 45 lbs.
Full range of motion required: 100% inside, moderate noise, moderate vibration, moving mechanical parts, protrusions, narrow access, and burns up and down height, fumes, odors, gases, slick floors, steps, explosions and chemicals.
Safety Requirements:

Must follow safety rules and safe practices to prevent injury to self and others.
Must wear all required safety equipment and/or tools required for this position.

How to Apply

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Titan is an Equal Opportunity Employer & a Drug-Free Workplace