Quality Production Technician - 1st Shift

Company Description

The Company

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.

The Automotive group sector comprises technologies for passive safety, brake, chassis, motion, and motion control systems. Innovative solutions for assisted and automated driving, display, and operating technologies, as well as audio and camera solutions for the vehicle interior, are also part of the portfolio, as is intelligent information and communication technology for the mobility services of fleet operators and commercial vehicle manufacturers. Comprehensive activities relating to connectivity technologies, vehicle electronics and high-performance computers round off the range of products and services. Are you ready to shape the future with us?

Job Description

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

Perform timely testing and analysis on Production parts (NOK’s, process variation, etc) to determine root cause 

and provide information / data for corrective actions. Monitor Production line data (SPC) to focus and prioritize 

part analysis and investigations to protect the customer and lower scrap rates 

1) Perform testing and analysis on Production parts (NOK’s, process variation, etc…) 

2) Utilize data monitoring tools to highlight analysis priorities. 

3) Support (Production, QAP, IT, etc…) in establishing optimized and updated Production data monitoring methods and alert triggers. 

4) Develop and maintain current knowledge / information (as necessary) on product and station drawings, specifications, etc… 

5) Document findings into individual reports and/or trend information. 

6) Work with Sr. Quality Engineer (Jidoka), QAP and FA Operators to establish optimized Production line analysis strategy and support accordingly (Jidoka meetings, training…). 

7) Support Plant and Worldwide meetings as needed (Fast response, Jidoka, Internal Defect Management, Scrap Reduction, etc…) 

8) Plan and carry out special studies as needed to lower NOK & reject rates or gather data for changes to the process or product. 

9) Maintain testing and analysis equipment, perform calibration activities. 

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Associates degree or 2 yrs relevant work experience
• 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

• Associates degree in technical field and 1-2 years quality experience in a manufacturing environment
• Automotive manufacturing experience
• Experience using SAP
• Experience operating test and teardown equipment (test stands, measuring devices, lathe, etc.)
• Knowledge of SPC
• Read and Follow Work Instructions
• Ability to use MS Office, email

Additional Information

THE PERKS

· Immediate Benefits

· Robust Total Rewards Package

· Paid Time Off

· Tuition Assistance

· Employee Discounts, including tire discounts

· Competitive Bonus Programs

· Employers 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!

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 reaso