TT QA Tire Cutter Technician

Company Description

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

The TT QA Tire Cutter/Technician will be:

Responsible for the complete tire cutting process from obtaining tires, cutting tires, buffing tires, removing scrap, equipment maintenance, and housekeeping.  Responsible for cross training with all function of TT CTD / Testing Technician.

1. Perform truck tire section cutting, obtain tires, section each tire on bandsaw and prepare for analysis.
2. Lift and manuever tires weighing 60 to 200 lbs.
3. Create cutting programs in the saw computer interface.
4. Section and buff tires for Truck ETO group and PI Engineers.
5. Section and buff tire sections for scrap tire analysis for QA Analysis Technician, PI, Production, or other sources.
6. Cut cross sections on smaller bandsaw for analysis review.
7. Perform innerliner buff on tire sections.
8. Cut returned goods tires when required.
9. Order/ maintain adequate supplies to perform all duties with oversight from Quality Supervisor.
10. Oversee work area to ensure proper maintenance of equipment and work area. Perform and maintain housekeeping of work area to provide a safe work environment. Entering in work orders when needed.
11. Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Supervisor and / or the Quality Management Team.
12. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.
13. Able to perform a cut section analysis in the CTD client.

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

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED 
• 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
• Associate's 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. 

Additional Information

THE PERKS

• 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
• And many more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

The starting annual salary for this role is $54,325 a year.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations

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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 i