Hard Skills
IntermediateIndustrial Grinding Machine OperationThe ability to operate and control heavy machinery used to shred, grind, and granulate scrap rubber into smaller components or crumb rubber.
IntermediatePreventive Machine MaintenancePerforming routine checks, lubrication, and minor repairs on rubber processing equipment, including blade sharpening and belt adjustments.
ExpertLockout/Tagout (LOTO) ProceduresApplying safety procedures to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not started up again prior to the completion of maintenance work.
FoundationalMaterial Purity InspectionIdentifying and removing non-rubber contaminants such as metal wires, textiles, or debris from the feedstock to ensure high-quality output.
FoundationalHazardous Material HandlingKnowledge of the chemical properties of different rubber types and the specific safety risks associated with rubber dust and fumes.