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. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 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. 

Job Description

THE COMPANY

Continental Tire has been around for nearly 150 years, we've been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. Our Mt. Vernon, IL location is seeking a highly self-motivated and detail-oriented Truck Tire Technician (TTT) to join our group. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is dependable and accountable.

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

THE POSITION:

Truck Tire Technician (TTT)

Truck Tire Technician is responsible for preparing Commercial Vehicle Tires for Warehousing. The Truck Tire Technician is responsible for using hand tools, gauges, etc. to remove vents and/or flash from commercial vehicle tires, inspecting for defects and repairs to ensure quality. Also responsible for notifying all required departments of possible and/or known anomalies.

1 Run/operate all finishing machines, x-ray machines, and any support machinery in the Commercial Final Finish department.

2. Take responsibility for 100% Inspection of Truck Tires, determine the disposition of the tires according to established standards, and remove any off standard tires from the conveyors for inspection, and make the recording of information

3. Ensure the quality of the Commercial Tires being warehoused, detect and remove defective Commercial Truck Tires before the product leaves Commercial Final Finish

4. Maintain effective communication with Commercial Curing and Commercial Assembly, Warehouse, and Commercial Final Finish supervision.

5. Follow all plant policies, environmental policies, and plant and departmental safety policies. 

 6. Ensure all work areas are kept clean and orderly.

7. Follow standard practice for this specific job and perform all work necessary to obtain quality and quantity production.

8. Perform other duties as directed by the Commercial Final Finish Supervisor, Lead Supervisor or Department Manager.

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

* Immediate Benefits

* Paid Time Off

* Tuition & Employee Discounts

* Annual Bonus

* Employer 401(k) Match

* And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Continental is not able to offer visa support.
Preferred Qualifications: Assoc. Degree or 5 years experience required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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 [email protected] 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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