Job Description
THE POSITION
Core Responsibilities
- Must be able to receive written and oral instructions as to specs, procedures, tolerances, and various construction and quality requirements
- Must be able to read specs, know all tire/rubber components used in the assembly of tires in the department, and follow safety and quality standards
- Follow standard practices and perform all work necessary to promptly and accurately obtain quality and quantity production
- Follow plant Safety policies, Plant policies, Environmental policies, and keep work areas neat, clean, and orderly
- Read specifications, use hand tools, tape measures and other gauging devices, to monitor current and ongoing product quality
- Able to work in a fast paced environment and react quickly to equipment downtime or other extraordinary condition, and must notify supervision whenever such conditions occur
- Complete quality checks on product including corrective actions using metric measurements and formulas
- Possess and apply problem solving skills in case of machine cycle issues
- Must be able to meet/exceed individual and plant production goals & standards
- Support the Continental Business System (CBS) structure by participating in the applicable CBT meeting, reviewing and managing his/her/team performance, conducting simple problem-solving using action sheets, identifying and implementing improvement opportunities, participating in the CBT reviews, and taking ownership for presented parts of the team boards
- Follow the internal ESH work instructions in the daily work
- Demonstrate exemplary personal behavior in ESH and motivate others
- Ensure immediate notification and response, and initiate preventive measures in case of unsafe or polluting hazards
- Other duties as assigned
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EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.
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Qualifications
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• High School Diploma/GED
• Responsible for meeting/exceeding individual production goals & standards
• Strong Communication skills
• Strong troubleshooting and critical thinking skills
• Self-managed/Self-motivated
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to have good attention to detail
• Ability to work as a part of a team
• Ability to operate a computer and scanning devices
• Ability to work a 12 hour 2-2-3 pattern (panama) shift 6:45 - 7 (either days or nights) including every other weekend
• Ability to work overtime and nights as needed
Relocation benefits would not be offered for this job opening.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to bend, climb, squat, crawl, reach and twist frequently
• Ability to lift 20-75 lbs. frequently and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Successful completion of a minimum of silver level WorkKeys® Career Readiness Certificate (CRC)
The CRC includes all of the following:
- Applied Math/Applied Mathematics
- Graphic Literacy/Locating Information
- Workplace Documents/Reading for Information
Candidates are required to score a four (4) or better on all tests.
OR
1 or more years' experience in a manufacturing environment
OR
Associate's or higher college degree
Company Description
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In2023, Continental generatedpreliminary sales of41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in56 countries and markets.
With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.
Continental Tire has been around for over 150 years, we've been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. Our Sumter, SC location is seeking production workers to join our shop floor.
Are you ready to shape the future with us?