Manufacturing Technician Level 1

At Commercial Tire, we believe great people build great companies. As a proudly employee-owned organization, every team member has a stake in our success. Full-time employees enjoy outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, stock ownership opportunities, a strong 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off.

Pay range: $20.00–$26.00/hr — grows with your skill level Production bonus: up to $700/month — eligible after 60 days

Job Title: Manufacturing Technician Level 1 - Retread Operations 

Job Type: Full time

POSITION OVERVIEW

You'll work hands-on in our retread manufacturing operation — operating machinery, maintaining your workspace, and producing high-quality retreaded tires that keep commercial fleets on the road. No prior tire experience required; we train you on the equipment and processes from day one. As you build skills, you advance through a structured Level 1 → 2 → 3 pay ladder with clear criteria at each step.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate assigned machines — buffer, builder, extruder, chambers, skiver, and/or final inspector
• Assist with retread manufacturing and maintain production quality to Commercial Tire specifications
• Perform minor equipment maintenance and keep your work area clean, safe, and organized
• Follow Commercial Tire safety guidelines and contribute to a team-first culture of continuous improvement

 QUALIFICATIONS – preferred

• Must be 18 years or older (required)
• 0-4 Years’ experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Comfortable reading technical or operational manuals
• Reliable, detail-oriented, and ready to learn — we invest in people who show up and put in the effort