PLT Production Cycle Counter

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 sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 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 delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world’s largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire division employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites.    

Job Description

The PLT Production Cycle Counter will:

This position is responsible for the generation of a sequence that ultimately leads to maximum throughput and is executable by Production.  In addition to the creation of efficient supply machine schedules, a primary responsibility is shop floor coordination with production to insure that bottleneck issues are resolved in a proactive manner.  Daily reporting of goals versus results is expected.

1. Write and make available machine schedules to shop floor.
2. Provide build out tracking information to area of responsibility.
3. Understand plant constraints (build rates, machine rates, etc.) and apply that knowledge to the weekly schedule.  Maintain planning database to manage these constraints.
4. Minimize the number of changeovers if it does not negatively affect throughput.
5. Monitor and report shiftly performance to plan.
6. Communicate production schedule and schedule changes.
7. Manage the work in process inventory thru better scheduling.
8. Work with the production to ensure correct requirements are being ordered.
9. Follow all plant policies, environmental policies, and plant and departmental safety policies.
10. Perform special projects as assigned by the Sequencing Manager.

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

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Associates degree or 2 years Conti experience or 5 years mechanical 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

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 walking considered distances 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 $53,000 a year.

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

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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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 whi