Forklift Operator-FGWH

Company Description

THE COMPANY

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 78,000 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 employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.  

Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Job Description

The FGWH Material Handler must be able to operate forklift equipment and be prepared to meet production standards and specifications. The FGWH Material Handler is also responsible for the safe and efficient performance of assigned tasks.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Ensure delivery and service quality towards customers.
•  Help to perform receipt, storage, production delivery, and tracking of tires both domestically and internationally including document preparation
• Verify delivery quantities and dates with production
• Effectively perform operations with Quality.  Ensure compliance to all mandatory requirements including Safety, Environmental, ISO, Quality, Plant policy, Corporate Policy, housekeeping, etc.
• Complete special tasked assigned by FG Warehouse Supervisor & Warehouse Manager.
•  Perform all warehouse functions according to Continental Quality Management.
• Strive for optimal quality, costs and customer satisfaction 
• Maintain inventory accuracy by performing necessary BIN utilization activity, Tire Age, Putaway, picking,  etc. 
•  Maintain 5S standard throughout all warehouse areas and functions.
• Adhere to all ESH rules and regulations
• This is an hourly production position. Employee must be able to operate forklift equipment and be prepared to meet production standards and specifications. Employee is also responsible for the safe and efficient performance of assigned tasks.
•  Must be able to receive written and oral instructions as to specs, procedures, tolerances, and various construction and quality requirements.
• Follow standard practices and perform all work necessary to promptly and accurately obtain quality and quantity production, follow plant Safety policies, Plant policies, Environmental policies, and keep work areas neat, clean and orderly.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with supervision, other personnel, and any supplying department supervision.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor or Department Manager.
•  Able to safely handle 100lb tires, roll, maneuver, etc.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• HS diploma /GED
• Successful completion of Work Keys Assessment.
• 1-3 year experience in forklift driving preferred.
• Willing to work 12 hour rotating shifts – days and nights.

Additional Information

THE PERKS

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

THE ENVIRONMENT

• Safety is our highest priority and safety procedures / guidelines must be always adhered to. This includes safety wear such as company issued/approved steel toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.  as needed in the required areas.  
• 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 sit-down forklift occasionally, with comprehensive training provided.

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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