Nokian Tyres plc · 14 hours ago
Production Operator Intern (Work Based Learning)
Dayton, TN, US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$0/hr - $17/hrNokian Tyres plc is a company that specializes in tire production, and they are seeking a Production Operator Intern. The role involves performing assigned activities on production lines, ensuring operational efficiency, safety, and quality standards while assisting team members and troubleshooting production issues.
AutomotiveManufacturing
Responsibilities
Performs assigned activities on production line(s), including operation of equipment in accordance with work and safety instructions as well as production specifications and schedules
Performs tasks efficiently with high attention to detail, ensuring achievement of volume, cost, and safety targets, as well as quality standards
Serves as a resource to others by sharing information, production techniques and demonstrating functional tasks to assist newly assigned team members
Assists in troubleshooting of shop floor problems pertaining to equipment, machines, raw materials, and design
Monitors equipment, tools, process and systems to anticipate and/or detect non-routine issues that could lead to equipment malfunction, production delays and/or quality-related matters
Loads materials into production systems in a timely and efficient manner, operates automation and production control systems as assigned
Maintains clean and orderly work area and production equipment, ensuring adherence to health and safety requirements
Openly and proactively shares feedback and recommendations with leaders for continual improvement in production operations, operating procedures and processes
Lifts materials and tools manually as needed to position for proper machine loading, unloading and inspection
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to load and unload material from manual and automated equipment with little supervision
Possess basic computer and data entry skills, including the ability to operate and load simple computer programs as required to run production equipment
Demonstrates team spirit, shows flexibility and positive attitude as an active team contributor
Demonstrates the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Demonstrates problem solving skills, is able to recognize and appropriately escalate issues when situations arise
Ability to successfully complete pre-hire basic skills tests and assessments
Ability to successfully pass pre-employment background check, physical exam and drug screening
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to work standing and/or walking continuously throughout an 8-hour shift
Frequent reaching, grasping, bending, and stooping
Must be able to tolerate odor from raw materials, freshly cured tires and hot materials
Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to 75 lbs independently, and occasionally lift and/or move above shoulder height
Must be able to frequently engage in repetitive motions requiring substantial movement of the wrist, hands and/or fingers
Adequate vision to read work instructions, job aids and guides, and detect imperfections in raw materials, tooling and finished product
Company
Nokian Tyres plc
Nokian Tyres is the world’s northernmost tire manufacturer, but our expertise reaches way beyond the limits of our northern home.
Founded in 1988
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$377.83MKey Investors
European Investment Bank
2024-07-31Post Ipo Debt· $162.36M
2023-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $215.47M
2006-10-27IPO
Leadership Team
Paolo Pompei
President and CEO
Irina Ushakova
Chief Financial Officer Russia
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