Tire Quality Manager (Uniformity Focus - Americas Region)

Continental•South Sumter, SC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

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 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. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Regional Tire Uniformity Manager for the Americas to join our central team. The position is located in Sumter, United States. In this critical role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing tire uniformity processes across our manufacturing facilities in North and South America, ensuring consistent quality and performance of our products.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in engineering or natural science
7+ years related professional experience
Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the tire manufacturing industry, with at least 2 years in a managerial role
2+ years working in tire uniformity testing, quality control processes, and manufacturing processes
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into actionable insights
Excellent project management skills with a track record of successfully implementing process improvements
Demonstrated leadership abilities, including experience managing and developing teams across multiple locations
Proficiency in data analysis tools
Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present to senior management
Experience working in a multi-cultural environment and managing regional initiatives
Willingness to travel frequently to manufacturing sites across the Americas region

Nice To Haves

Masters Degree in engineering or natural science
5+ years in Tire Uniformity, quality control processes, and manufacturing processes
Six Sigma certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate tire uniformity initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites in the Americas region.
Develop and implement standardized procedures and improvement measures for tire uniformity testing and production process stability.
Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement in tire uniformity and linked production processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement projects and initiatives to create a sustainable benefit in the Americas region.
Coordinate and mentor a team of tire uniformity specialists across different locations.
Stay up-to-date with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies in tire manufacturing.
Prepare and present comprehensive reports on tire uniformity performance to senior management.
Work closely with global counterparts to ensure alignment with company-wide standards and best practices.
Conduct regular site visits to manufacturing facilities to assess processes and provide hands-on guidance.
Other Duties as Assigned.