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RETREAD TECHNICIAN

Morehead, KY · On-site

$16/hr

This position functions in a manufacturing environment at a Bandag retread tire facility where commercial truck tires are retreaded through a series of manual and automated processes. This position ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for bandag in the United States is $22.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Bandag job typically involves working with Bandag, a company specializing in retreading commercial truck tires. Employees may be responsible for manufacturing, retreading, inspecting, or servicing tires using Bandag's specialized processes and equipment. Roles can include production, warehouse operations, machine operation, and quality control. These jobs are often found in tire retread plants or service centers that use Bandag's technology.

What does a Bandag do?

A typical day for a Bandag technician involves inspecting used tires, operating Bandag’s specialized retreading machines, monitoring the curing process, and performing quality control checks to ensure finished products meet industry standards. Technicians work closely with team members in a production environment, following strict safety protocols and maintenance routines for equipment. Daily responsibilities may also include recordkeeping, troubleshooting minor mechanical issues, and keeping the work area organized. The role offers a mix of hands-on tasks and collaborative teamwork, providing opportunities to develop technical skills and advance into supervisory or quality control positions over time.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a Bandag?

To thrive as a Bandag technician or retread specialist, you need a solid understanding of tire retreading processes, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail, often supported by a high school diploma or prior experience in automotive or tire service. Familiarity with specialized retread equipment, safety procedures, and quality control systems—such as Bandag’s proprietary retreading machinery and software—is essential. Dependability, teamwork, and strong communication skills are valuable for collaborating with coworkers and meeting production schedules. These abilities ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality tire retreading operations, which is critical for customer satisfaction and workplace safety.

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Infographic showing various Bandag job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,216 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

Production Technician

Abilene, TX • On-site

Bridgestone Americas, Inc.
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$22.95/hr

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This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing production equipment

  • Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods

  • Monitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products

Bridgestone Americas rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 138 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Company Overview
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a "Bridgestone West" strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries.
Job Category
Production & Skilled Trades
Position Summary
The Bandag plant in Abilene has been in operation for over 50 years, producing tread rubber and retreading materials for Bandag dealers. Bandag is a critical piece of Bridgestone dedicated to the research, development, and manufacturing of premium retread tires. Bridgestone seeks energetic and motivated night-shift Production Technicians to join our manufacturing team in Abilene, TX.
Pay:
• Starting pay $22.95/hour with guaranteed progression increases.
• Automatic pay increases at regular intervals-every 3 to 6 months-and progressing to
$28.14/hr in 24 months
• Tenure-based pay steps at 5 and 10 years to reward long-term commitment.
• Specialized roles available, offering even higher earning potential up to $31.66/hour
• Shift Premiums available
• Additional Incentive for Perfect Attendance
• Long-Term Bonus Program
• Paid Weekly
Responsibilities
Job Responsibilities:
  • A focus on Safety First, Always!
  • Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing production equipment
  • Move, pack, and sort raw materials or finished goods
  • Monitor the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products
  • Maintain accurate daily production records
  • Other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:
  • Lifting requirements may be up to 130 lbs. on an occasional basis. Lifting requirements range from a height of 3-5 feet.
  • Medium physical effort is required to maneuver through out departments that include climbing stairs; in addition, a considerable amount of standing is necessary

Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Preferred 2 years of employment stability.
  • Preferred 1 year manufacturing experience.
  • Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
  • Must possess a High School diploma/GED, or equivalent, (completed and verified prior to start).

At Bridgestone, you are Free to Be
We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they bring their whole self to work. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. We are building a team as diverse as the world we serve. So, show us what you are made of, because who you are is what we need.
What we offer
At Bridgestone, what really matters is to foster co-creation opportunities and empowering you to be creative and curious to make mobility safer, more efficient, and more sustainable for future generations. Whatever role you fill, when you represent Bridgestone, you are a valued teammate, and part of our larger mission to "Serve Society with Superior Quality", for that, we offer you more than just a competitive compensation; we will provide you:
  • A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team.
  • The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility activities.
  • A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment.
  • Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being.
  • A diverse and inclusive team.

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Employment Eligibility
If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.

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