Internal - Process Technician - Mixing

Continental • Sumter, SC

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About The Position

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 187 1, 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. Job Description YOUR TASKS Supports the Process Engineer in the Mixing area by driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on process stabilization, cost and waste reduction, and variance control through methodologies such as Six Sigma, TPM, TQM, and Kaizen. This role monitors performance trends, leads problem-solving efforts, supports troubleshooting and project implementation, maintains process documentation and controls, and ensures adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards. HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT Support the Process Engineer in Mixing area by improving processes with respect to stabilization, cost reduction, and variance reduction within the department with special focus on the continuous improvement projects, Six Sigma, TQM, and TPM Actively participate in monitoring and improving processes throughout the areas Utilize continuous improvement skills and work on continuous improvement of systems and processes within the area of responsibilities with focus on process improvement and cost Monitor systems to identify trends and anomalies, including green/cured waste, and ensure reduction countermeasures are developed Assist in other areas of the plant to improve plant performance Track departmental improvement initiatives in Six Sigma, Kaizen, TQM, and TPM Participate in TPM, Reliability, Yellow Belt teams, and be active in participating in problem-solving activities Act as a team member on other work group teams and manage, identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement projects Give timely responses and effective resolutions for departmental mis productions Assist in daily troubleshooting of the manufacturing process in area of responsibility and act as a liaison to engineering services for departmental project work Adhere to all safety and environmental rules and regulations Work overtime as required Create recipes and update specifications and collect data for CPK/CMK Report out to department using data analysis, collection, and root cause analysis Train the trainers and develop work instructions, one-point lessons, process aids, and quality/process alerts Must be proactive and possess general computer skills Identify process problems and take ownership for results Monitor tooling inventory and compare with demand Ensure implementation of measures and maintain controls Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressure Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures Other duties as assigned NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Five or more years’ related manufacturing experience
• This role is an internal only position, external applicants will not be considered for this role
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree
• Six Sigma and green belt or other tire analysis/repair experience
• Computer skills/experience (Word, Excel, CEOS, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Supports the Process Engineer in the Mixing area by driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on process stabilization, cost and waste reduction, and variance control through methodologies such as Six Sigma, TPM, TQM, and Kaizen
• Monitors performance trends
• Leads problem-solving efforts
• Supports troubleshooting and project implementation
• Maintains process documentation and controls
• Ensures adherence to safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Actively participate in monitoring and improving processes throughout the areas
• Utilize continuous improvement skills and work on continuous improvement of systems and processes within the area of responsibilities with focus on process improvement and cost
• Monitor systems to identify trends and anomalies, including green/cured waste, and ensure reduction countermeasures are developed
• Assist in other areas of the plant to improve plant performance
• Track departmental improvement initiatives in Six Sigma, Kaizen, TQM, and TPM
• Participate in TPM, Reliability, Yellow Belt teams, and be active in participating in problem-solving activities
• Act as a team member on other work group teams and manage, identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement projects
• Give timely responses and effective resolutions for departmental mis productions
• Assist in daily troubleshooting of the manufacturing process in area of responsibility and act as a liaison to engineering services for departmental project work
• Adhere to all safety and environmental rules and regulations
• Work overtime as required
• Create recipes and update specifications and collect data for CPK/CMK
• Report out to department using data analysis, collection, and root cause analysis
• Train the trainers and develop work instructions, one-point lessons, process aids, and quality/process alerts
• Must be proactive and possess general computer skills
• Identify process problems and take ownership for results
• Monitor tooling inventory and compare with demand
• Ensure implementation of measures and maintain controls
• Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressure
• Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED