About this role
Company Description
THE COMPANY
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.
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 2024, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.9 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 57,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.
Job Description
YOUR TASKS
Analyze workflows to identify improvement areas in the process. Then, drive change initiatives utilizing cross-functional team collaboration and lean manufacturing principles to effect lasting process advancements.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
- Analyze workflows to identify improvement areas in the process
- Drive change initiatives utilizing cross-functional team collaboration and lean manufacturing principles to effect lasting process advancements
- Develop and upkeep aids such as process alerts, work instructions, and one-point lessons
- Identify process problems and own their resolutions to increase production output, including root cause analysis and data reporting to department
- Analyze capital expenditures and project designs to find cost cutting and investment driving solutions, including for new equipment to ensure proper release
- Identify areas for quality improvement in the process and collaborate to find solutions that drive down scrap in the area
- Must have continuous improvement experience
- Ensure implementation of measures and maintain controls
- Raise awareness and provide information about ESH responsibilities and duties
- Ensure immediate notification and response, and initiate preventive measures in case of unsafe or polluting hazards
- Demonstrate exemplary personal behavior in ESH and motivate others
- 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 steel toes and ear plugs.
- The job is within a 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 training provided
Qualifications
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Related Technical field
- 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 opening.
- Continental is able to offer visa support and relocation for internal candidates.
ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT
- 2 plus years experience in Tire manufacturing
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!
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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 [email protected] 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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Other facts
About Continental
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 sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.
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What you'll do
- The Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer will analyze workflows to identify improvement areas and drive change initiatives through collaboration and lean manufacturing principles. They will also develop process aids, resolve production issues, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.
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