Plant IV Curing Ice Cleaner Setup Tech II

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.

About the role

The Plant IV Curing Ice Cleaner Setup Tech II will work within a team or solo environment, operating and maintaining a robotic dry ice cleaning machine. This role is accountable for product safety and the quality of work, adhering to the Company’s Quality Policy.

Responsibilities

• Follow instructions and operate ice blast machines.
• Demonstrate good communication and teamwork skills.
• Pay close attention to small details and maintain good hand-eye coordination for operating cleaning machines and parts.
• Inspect every part after blasting to determine if parts are clean; re-blast if necessary.
• Detect defective parts.
• Operate Tire Presses.
• Maintain a safe and clean workspace before and after shift.
• Follow established safety rules, regulations, and ensure all ESH procedures, policies, and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.

Note: Responsibilities may not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship provided for this position).
• No relocation assistance offered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience.

Work Environment

Safety is the highest priority, and safety procedures/guidelines must always be adhered to, including wearing safety gear 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 in a non-climate-controlled environment with exposure to:

• Temperature swings (hot/cold).
• Forklift and pedestrian traffic.
• Noise.
• High heat conditions for the majority of work.

The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

Benefits

• Immediate benefits and a robust total rewards package.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee discounts, including tire discounts.
• Employer 401k match.
• Diverse and inclusive work environment with 20+ Employee Resource Groups.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Future growth opportunities, both personal and professional.

Pay

The starting annual salary for this role is $55,683, based on candidate skills, experience, qualifications, market, and business considerations.