Regional Grade Support

About Us:

Liberty Tire Recycling is a high-growth company and the premier provider of tire recycling services in North America with operations throughout the United States and Canada. Liberty Tire annually transforms more than 210 million tires into raw materials for smart, sustainable products that improve our environment and people’s lives. The Company is private equity owned, has approximately 60 sites in the US and Canada, and nearly 4,000 employees. With innovative tools, technologies and processes, Liberty Tire is a revolutionary American conservation enterprise – from coast to coast, and from whole tire to end products. The company’s commitment to finding new and better ways to RECLAIM, RECYCLE and REUSE bridges the sustainability goals of scrap tire generators nationwide with those of local scrap rubber consumers.

Job Summary:

Liberty Tire Recycling is seeking a Regional Grade Support to support multiple locations within the Great Lakes region including but not limited to Ohio, Indiana and Illinois. This role focuses on improving operational performance on grade line of business (used tires) by conducting grading evaluations, supporting training efforts, and partnering with plant teams to enhance quality and process consistency. The Regional Grade Support will regularly travel to assigned sites, provide hands‑on support, and ensure adherence to Liberty’s safety and quality standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Promote and follow Liberty Tire Recycling safety procedures at all times.
• Travel regularly throughout the south region to support operations.
• Conduct grading evaluations on recycled materials to ensure accuracy and consistency across locations.
• Assist plant teams in improving grading practices, material flow, and product quality.
• Train employees on proper grading techniques, quality standards, and process improvements
• Perform routine grading audits and communicate findings to site leadership.
• Analyze operational and quality data to identify trends and recommend improvements.
• Support teams in implementing corrective actions based on audit results.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives across multiple facilities.
• Prepare reports, documentation, and summaries for regional leadership.
• Lift up to 50 lbs as part of material review and hands-on assistance when needed.
• Communicate effectively with plant managers, supervisors, and team members.

Skills and Abilities:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
• Strong understanding of grading, quality control, and inspection standards.
• Ability to interpret data and identify trends or corrective actions.
• Skilled at coaching and training employees on processes and quality.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple sites and diverse teams.
• Strong commitment to following and promoting safety procedures.
• Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate issues and support operational improvements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as required.

Education and Experience:

• Prior experience in recycling, manufacturing, production, or quality control preferred.
• Experience with grading, inspection, or quality assurance processes is a plus.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

EEO Statement:

Liberty Tire Recycling is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.