To work as a tire building machine operator, you typically need to:

• have a high school diploma or equivalent; and
• complete moderate-term, on-the-job training.

Education after high school

No formal education is required beyond high school.

On-the-job training

Tire building machine operators learn their skills on the job from experienced workers. During training, you learn how to:

• set up equipment;
• operate machines; and
• check for quality.

The length of training varies by employer and type of machine. In general, you receive up to one year of training.