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Cord Dipping Operator

Dipping Operator

The tasks a Cord Dipping Operator is expected to perform include:

Operating a machine to prepare rubberized fabric by passing fabric through solution of latex and other chemicals and drying it over pre-heated drums

Placing roll of material on machine feeder

Threading end of roll through machine rollers and affixing it to winder at finishing end

Ensuring that chamber of machine is filled with required quantity of latex solution, chemicals, etc. for treatment of fabric

Regulating temperature of drying drum

Observing coating of fabric with rubber solution on one or both sides

Testing thickness of product with a gauze

Supervising helpers who load and unload material from machine

Proficiency in adjusting tension of fabric

Knowledge of latex and its properties

Proficiency in removing solution coated dried roll of fabric from winder

Knowledge of different chemicals

Well-versed with starting machine and adjusting tension of fabric and pressure of rollers

Knowledge of oiling machine and bearings

Well-versed with effect of short length or width of dipped fabric on productivity

Knowledge of potential problems in the dipping operations

Knowledge of operating calendering machine

Team worker

Ability to focus for long hours

Good hand-eye co-ordination

Energetic

Diligent and hardworking

Result-driven

Dexterity of hands

Problem -solving skills

Willingness to work in factory environment

Eye for detail

Accuracy in work

It needs one to be on their toes

Need to handle a team of helpers

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Working hours are 10/12 hours everyday for 5/6 days a week. This may vary from factory to factory

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL), Both Leg (BL) and those who have Hearing Impaired (HH)

The job is considered mildly hazardous or dangerous

Health hazards include exposure to rubber compounding additives, chemicals, etc.

Occupational hazards include skin allergy, injuries, respiratory problems, dermatological problems, etc.

For freshers - INR 7,000 to INR 10,000 per month

For candidates with 2-4 years of experience or more - INR 12,000 to INR 15,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of Rubber Sector in India

There are about 6,000 units comprising 30 large scale, 300 medium scale and around 5,600 small scale and tiny sector units in the Rubber sector in India. Such units are manufacturing more than 35,000 rubber products, employing 4,00,000 people, which involve 22,000 technically qualified support personnel, contributing 40 billion to the National Exchequer through taxes, duties and other levies. The Indian Rubber Industry plays a vital role in the Indian national economy as the rubber plantation sector in India produces over 6,30,000 tonnes of natural rubber and there is a projected production of more than one million tonnes in near future.

Tyre industry constitutes around 60% of Indian rubber industry turnover. With an estimated production of 125 million tyres during FY2013, the size of the Indian tyre industry is estimated at 285-290 billion. The auto industry consists of around 39 companies, spread throughout the country, with many being rather small. Tyre companies directly employ over 0.13 million persons of varying skill levels. Tyre industry consumes around 63% of the total Natural Rubber (NR) produced in the country. Since production of NR involves over 1 million growers (farmers), tyre industry provides gainful employment to nearly 0.5 million growers of NR, a majority of them in the small grower category. As the industry grows, so will job opportunities for Cord Dipping Operator.

Tyre manufacturing companies across India

Towns and cities across India