Internal or External - Mold Shop Set Up Technician

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

YOUR TASKS

This role focuses on maintaining employee skill matrices, overseeing mold operations, and ensuring workforce development in a production environment. Responsibilities include setting up and operating curing presses, performing mold and bladder maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and conducting quality checks while adhering to safety and environmental standards. The position also involves responding to equipment issues and using hand tools and measuring devices.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Maintain employee skill and qualification matrices, and track department headcount
• Set up, operate, and monitor curing presses while ensuring safety and quality compliance
• Perform mold and bladder maintenance, including inspections, cleaning, assembly, disassembly, and part changes
• Read and interpret specifications, engineered drawings, and tolerances; use hand tools and measuring devices
• Troubleshoot mold performance issues and conduct tooling maintenance and repairs
• Respond to equipment downtime and notify supervision of any extraordinary conditions
• Conduct first and last tire quality checks using control panel interfaces
• Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressure
• Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

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

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as hearing protection, safety shoes, safety glasses (as needed)
• 12-hour 2-2-3 pattern (panama) shift 6:45-7:00 (can be either days or nights) including every other weekend Include shift information
• 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
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided
• This role starts at $23.45 an hour. If internal candidates are offered, pay may change depending on current hourly rate

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• High school diploma or GED
• One or more years’ experience in manufacturing environment or other relevant experience
• Must be willing to work selected shift for this position
• 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

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Prior relevant tooling and mold experience
• Vocational or post-secondary mechanical training

Additional Information

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits 
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Competitive Bonus Programs
• Employees 401k Match
• Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment
• Employee Assistance Program
• Future Growth Opportunities, including personal and professional
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

EEO-Statement:

EEO / 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 for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, 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 Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. 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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