PLT Plant IV Tire Room Setup Tech

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

• Setup and adjust Passenger Tire building machines.
• Perform machine checks, machine alignment, identification and storage of tooling items and minor machine maintenance.
• Setup, detect, adjust, and correct equipment using electrical, mechanical and pneumatic knowledge.
• Make drum changes and drum set adjustments per schedule.
• Audit and oversee building of first tires after making changes or adjustments to equipment and approve for production.
• Make surveillance of assigned machines to maintain and monitor efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and make adjustments to assigned machines.
• Reduce down time on machines.
• Maintain daily records of machine so that changes, adjustments, and other pertinent information are documented and available for reference.
• Effectively communicate with all Supervisors and Departmental Manager any malfunction or breakdown.
• Perform routine scheduled M.T.C. checks and corrections.
• Perform other duties as directed by Setup Lead Supervisor, Floor Supervisor and Department Manager.
• 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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 1 year Continental Manufacturing experience or 2 years mechanical experience.
• 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 or Associates Degree.

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

Pay

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