Overview
Trim and Inspect Jobs in Jackson, TN at The Carlstar Group Llc
Summary
The Carlstar Group Operations Support III is an hourly position responsible for continuous performance according to assigned job specifications. The successful candidate will be committed to safety, good housekeeping, and a willingness to learn. Operations Support III employees can be trained and assigned to any of the roles of the below-listed jobs at the manufacturing plant, and often will rotate between the different jobs as business needs dictate Kanban Coordinator, Trim & Inspect, Yard Dog, Classifier, Shipping Clerk, SP Sorter, SP Mold Cleaner
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Kanban Coordinator
Transform the ticket needs into a usable and accurate plan the plant floor associates can use to produce needed product
Drive improvement strategies to the shop floor within the plant planning systems
Work close with Manufacturing Control team members to ensure focus is maintained to ensure the plants internal needs are met as well as external customers
Act as a change agent on the plant floor
Responsible for teaching and coaching employees on the planning and ticketing processes within the facility
Promote implementation of efficient planning systems, including standard work, Kanban systems and other pull/lean systems
Engage in high quality analysis of plant planning operations to identify improvement initiatives
Compile planning information daily while also monitoring daily reports and reacts as needed to that information
Creates daily plans and end of shift reports
Plans and monitors daily inbound/outbound loads
Work with inventory to ensure accurate receipt, and notify departments/managers of discrepancies
Resolve problems by collecting and analyzing information and coordinating solutions with departments/managers
Prepare work area with the necessary items to ensure efficient and accurate process flow
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Trim & Inspect
Responsible for all aspect of Trim & Inspect Role, according to Standard Work Procedures, including but not limited to properly and safely:
Checking silicone levels in buckets
Removing tires from the conveyor belt
Holding tires on cone and trimming tires
Inspecting trimmed tires
Sorting tires that are ready for distribution and those needing to be classified
Responsible for correct processing of major and repeating defects as specified in General Specification 28-10
Examine the tires classified by inspectors as defective and correctly identify the type of defect and update the tire defect record in the computer system with correct defect codes and dates.
After establishing the probable causes for the defects, promptly contact the relevant Shift Leader, Press Operators, and Quality Technicians
Periodically, examine the large size tires at the press locations, inspect and classify correctly.
Assure orders and shipping quantities match picking documents through careful audit of said documents.
Enter data pertaining to domestic and international shipments into the companys ERP system and into the shipping systems of commercial freight carriers.
Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders to schedule pick-up of goods.
Will be responsible for all outbound freight to comply with warehouse operations.
Will prepare accurate bills of lading for outbound freight.
Ensure the accuracy of all shipping documents by strict adherence to standard operating procedures.
Plans and monitors daily outbound loads.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Yard Dog (Valid CDL Required)
Haul product onsite from one location to another.
Asist in loading and unloading the trailer and securing with load bars and straps.
Ensure all requirements pertaining to safety, large truck operation, and all other regulations are followed by law, plant policy, and according to the Standard Work Procedures
Demonstrated ability to operate truck, in addition to CDL requirement.
Only qualified employees will train on this position
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Classifier
Responsible for correct processing of major and repeating defects as specified in General Specification 28-10
Examine tires classified by inspectors as defective and correctly identify the type of defect
Update the tire defect record in the computer system with correct defect codes and dates
Ability to establishing the probable causes for the defects
Continuous contact with the relevant Curing Supervisor (Curing and Tire Assembly), Press Operators, and Technical Plant Leaders
Ability to identify and Inform personnel of defect and suggest possible corrective actions
Classify defective tires as Repairable/Scrap/ABO/Non-Adjustable.
Lead crew in attempt to repair tires whenever practically possible
Understanding of when to scrap, buff, brand, or palletize tires
Appy labels/stamps, as needed
Sort tires into proper locations and update all records
Assist inspectors with quality related questions, problem-solving, and finding a reasonable solution
Ensure tire trimming is carried out properly and in an acceptable manner
Periodically, examine the large size tires at the press locations, inspect and classify correctly
Perform duties for quality, as needed
Complete any paperwork or computer programs relating to defects/quality, as needed
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Shipping Clerk
Lead clerk is responsible for training off-shift clerks
Confirm shipments to customers via JDE
Perform inventory transfers as required
Check tickets against shipping schedule
Fill out bill of lading and orders as needed
Print orders and shipping documents as required
Provide information to customer service
POD – Proof of Delivery & ASN – Advanced Shipping Notice
Contact motor carriers as required
File all shipping and receiving paperwork as necessary
Enter packing slip information and containers into JDE
Check Dove system to make sure tires or assemblies have been entered correctly
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SP Sorter
Inspect parts from assigned work cell for plastic or steel wheel damage, tire seated on wheel, soft tires or voids/pinches at splice, loose nuts, damaged tires, and bearing rotation defects
Stamp acceptable parts and place it on the appropriate skid
Place label, cardboard top, and tape down the container lid
Verify art number in the tire matches the pallet identification part number
Verify parts are free of cosmetic defects
Verify operator number is on the inside of the tire
Place cosmetic defects in appropriate box and acceptable tires on appropriate pallet
Production report tires according to the pallet identification
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: SP Mold Cleaner
Read production schedules to identify what molds need to be retrieved for use
Inspect condition of molds (top and bottom molds) and accessories for any damage (dents, cracks, etc.) that lead to quality defects in the product
Log the status of molds and place molds into the staging areas
Inspect all incoming molds for damage and wear before being placed into storage
Log molds requiring repairs into computer system
Place molds in storage
Clean molds as needed with appropriate cleaning procedure
Prepare clean molds for disposition to storage
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: All Operations Support III Employees
The employee should have the following:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Applicants seeking GED: Enroll in our GED Ready program to help you get a GED while working. Manufacturing experience preferred but not required, candidate will be trained for this position in-house.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while meeting production and quality goals.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid forklift or equipment license as needed or required.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT: All Operations Support III Employees To perform the essential functions of this job, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee should possess the ability to:
Work safely around continuously moving mechanical parts.
Work in a hot environment while meeting production rates.
Be exposed to a noisy environment and comfortable with PPE requirements.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for 812-hour shifts.
Be comfortable standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, leaning, and working around rotating equipment.
Be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to push/pull 5O-150 lbs. on a wheeled cart; static push/pull:20lbs.
Ability to stoop, stand, squat, and move at a continuous pace for 8+ hours/day.
Pinch minimum 6 lbs.
Grasp minimum 35 lbs.
A full range of motion required: cervical, shoulders, elbow, wrist, fingers, hands, truck twist, and feet.
Working Conditions: moderate noise, moving mechanical parts, static shock, burns, go up heights, odors, dust, protrusions, narrow access, good vision, and hearing.
Any lifting over 70 lbs. must be completed with assistance through mechanical or individual support.
Certain positions require forklift certification.
Other job duties will be required, as needed, to be performed by the employees in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Employees often cover other jobs and may be assigned other functions outside the job role to support the continuation of the operation of the Jackson Plant facility.
Title: Trim and Inspect
Company: The Carlstar Group Llc
Location: Jackson, TN
