Plant I Ice Cleaner Setup Tech II
About the role
Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000 people in 54 countries and markets. Tire solutions from the Tires group sector make mobility safer, smarter, and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio encompasses car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world's largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.
Responsibilities
- Work within a team or solo environment as an Ice blast machine operator with responsibility for the operation and maintenance of a robotic dry ice cleaning machine
- Accountable for product safety and the quality of work, including, as a minimum, all elements defined in the Company's Quality Policy
- Follow instructions and operate the ice machines
- Maintain good communication ability and teamwork
- Pay attention to small details
- Use good hand-eye coordination for the operation of cleaning machines and parts
- Look at every part after blasting to see if parts are clean; re-blast if needed
- Detect defective parts
- Operate Tire Presses
- Maintain a safe and clean workspace before and after shift
- Follow established safety rules and regulations
- Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored
Note: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 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 posting
- No relocation assistance is offered for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous manufacturing experience
Environment
- Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures/guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection and steel toe shoes
- New Hires will likely be placed on a shift that includes evenings and weekends
- The job is within a non-climate controlled environment where you will be exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise
- Majority of work completed in a high heat environment
- The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided
Benefits
- Immediate Benefits
- Robust Total Rewards Package
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
- Employer 401k Match
- Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment with 20+ Employee Resource groups
- Employee Assistance Program
- Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
- And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader
Pay
The starting annual salary for this role is $55,683 a year. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.