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Summary Description


	Operate machines to build tires.

Sample Job Titles

1.	Auto Tire Recapper

2.	Automobile Tire Builder

3.	Bead Builder

4.	Belt Builder

5.	Belt Machine Operator

6.	Blow Mold Technician

7.	Buffer

8.	Buffer Operator

9.	Builder Operator

10.	Capper

11.	Cord Tire Builder

12.	Cushion Gum Applicator

13.	Lap Machine Tender

14.	Lead Injection Mold Technician

15.	Lead Vulcanizing Operator

16.	Mold Technician

17.	Molded Goods Operator

18.	Orbitread Operator

19.	Passenger Tire Builder

20.	Press Operator

21.	Recapper

22.	Retread Builder

23.	Retread Operator

24.	Retread Technician

25.	Retreader

26.	Sheeter

27.	Skiver

28.	Splicer

29.	Splicing Machine Operator

30.	Tire Assembler

31.	Tire Builder

32.	Tire Builder Operator

33.	Tire Curer

34.	Tire Fabricator

35.	Tire Finisher

36.	Tire Layer

37.	Tire Maker

38.	Tire Molder

39.	Tire Mounter

40.	Tire Rebuilder

41.	Tire Recapper

42.	Tire Recapping Machine Operator

43.	Tire Repairman

44.	Tire Retreader

45.	Tire Vulcanizer

46.	Tread Booker

47.	Tread Builder

48.	Tube Builder

49.	Tube Building Machine Operator

Job Tasks

	Start rollers that bond tread and plies as drums revolve. Assemble tires.

	Activate bead setters that press prefabricated beads onto plies. Assemble tires.

	Inspect worn tires for faults, cracks, cuts and nail holes, and to determine if tires are suitable for retreading.

	Cut plies at splice points, and press ends together to form continuous bands. Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

	Depress pedals to rotate drums, and wind specified numbers of plies around drums to form tire bodies. Assemble tires.

	Align treads with guides, start drums to wind treads onto plies, and slice ends. Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing. Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

	Position rollers that turn ply edges under and over beads, or use steel rods to turn ply edges. Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

	Position ply stitcher rollers and drums according to width of stock, using hand tools and gauges. Mount attachments or tools onto production equipment.

	Build semi-raw rubber treads onto buffed tire casings to prepare tires for vulcanization in recapping or retreading processes. Assemble tires.

	Wind chafers and breakers onto plies. Load materials into production equipment.

	Pull plies from supply racks, and align plies with edges of drums. Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

	Roll camelbacks onto casings by hand, and cut camelbacks, using knives. Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing.

	Clean and paint completed tires. Clean workpieces or finished products. Apply protective or decorative finishes to workpieces or products.

	Fit inner tubes and final layers of rubber onto tires. Assemble tires.

	Rub cement sticks on drum edges to provide adhesive surfaces for plies. Apply solutions to production equipment.

	Fill cuts and holes in tires, using hot rubber. Fill cracks, imperfections, or holes in products or workpieces.

	Brush or spray solvents onto plies to ensure adhesion, and repeat process as specified, alternating direction of each ply to strengthen tires. Apply solutions to production equipment.

	Roll hand rollers over rebuilt casings, exerting pressure to ensure adhesion between camelbacks and casings. Assemble tires.

	Measure tires to determine mold size requirements.

	Depress pedals to collapse drums after processing is complete. Assemble tires.

	Trim excess rubber and imperfections during retreading processes. Trim excess material from workpieces.

	Place tires into molds for new tread. Mount materials or workpieces onto production equipment.

Work Activities

Importance	Work Activity

Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

Training and Teaching Others — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.

Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or water craft.

Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.

Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

Processing Information — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.

Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.

Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Developing and Building Teams — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Provide Consultation and Advice to Others — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.

Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.

Coaching and Developing Others — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.

Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.

Performing Administrative Activities — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

Analyzing Data or Information — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.

Developing Objectives and Strategies — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.

Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.

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