Plant IV Final Finish Setup Tech

About the role

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Responsibilities

The Plant IV Final Finish Setup Tech will setup and adjust Final Finish equipment, detect and correct equipment issues, and make necessary machinery adjustments to assure continuous operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Setup and adjust Final Finish equipment, including TUO, Micro-poise, Balance Grinders, Conicity Grinders, SOL, Geometry, and Gantry controls
• Supervise the first tire/tires run following a setup or adjustments and approve for production
• React quickly to equipment downtime or other extraordinary conditions and notify supervision as needed
• Ensure correct entry and recording of labor time and perform all work indicated, required, or assigned by supervision
• Follow standard practices and instructions with a high degree of accuracy and perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor or Department Manager
• Ensure all ESH procedures, policies, and legal requirements are implemented and monitored

Qualifications

Basic qualifications include a High School Diploma/GED and 1 year of Continental Manufacturing experience or 2 years of mechanical experience. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.

• High School Diploma/GED and 1 year Continental Manufacturing experience or 2 years mechanical experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred qualifications include previous manufacturing experience or an Associate's Degree.

Work Environment

The job is located in a non-climate controlled environment with exposure to temperature swings, forklift and pedestrian traffic, and noise. The majority of work is completed in a high heat environment and involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery.

Benefits

The company offers a range of benefits, including:

• 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 development

Pay

The starting annual salary for this role is $64,613, based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Schedule

New hires will likely be placed on a shift that includes evenings and weekends.