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 preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.

The End of Line Inspector will be responsible for inspecting tires from the sorter (PTS) station and verifying each tire meets all factory and customer standards.

End of Line Inspectors will be required to:

1. Efficiently inspect each tire routed to their station.
2. Have the ability to lift any tire in the PLT production system and efficiently place the tire in an assigned location.
3. Verify each tire is free of basic anomalies.
4. Remove all existing flash to within factory standards.
5. Report all anomalies to their supervisor or designate.
6. Promptly clear any tire jams and reset as required any devices to maintain production flow.
7. Must maintain an inspection pace such as to prohibit process back logs.
8. Must perform all tasks safely and obey all safety rules and guidelines.
9. Must properly stamp every tire inspected regardless of its destination.
10. Routinely throughout each shift clean any flash or other debris in the work area.
11. Promptly report any unsafe conditions and any items that may need repair.
12. Follow the posted break and lunch schedules.
13. Properly route any suspect tires into the correct containment to prevent inclusion into the production system.
14. Perform all tasks indicated in this description within a group as a unified team.
15. Pass vision acuity and color blind tests annually.
16. Have a thorough understanding of the production process and quickly diagnose process errors.
17. Have a thorough understanding of bar code requirements and the efficient ability to correct bar code errors.

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Specific Skills and Abilities (In Order of Importance)

1. Follow written and Oral instruction

2. Good Communication skills

3.  Accuracy

4. Trainable on Basic Computer keyboard.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS (travel, lifting restrictions, etc.):

Light to Medium work. Must be able to stand and perform all tasks. Must be able to distinguish colors, have good vision acuity, perform minimal lifting of 70 pounds, have hand -finger dexterity to operate keyboard, ability to use both hands and arms, and work in a high heat environment. Must be able to work any shifts any hours to accomplish work tasks

Ability to stoop, bend, sit for long periods, walk long distance, some standing, climb stairs, some manipulation and rolling of Light Truck Tires weighing  up to 85#’s, use of both arms and hands to perform the job. Good Vision and attention to detail required. Work any hours or shifts as directed by QA Supervisor.

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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