Continental

PLT Plant 1 Curing Setup Technician

Mount Vernon, IL, United States · Contract

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About the role

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 has been delivering top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world's largest tire manufacturers.

High School Diploma/GED and 1 year Continental Manufacturing experience or 2 years mechanical experience.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to make mold and bladder changes, install recipes, build and tear down bladders, drilling molds, cleaning of molds in press, and maintain SFI data input.
Must be certified to operate a Fork Life through the Safety Department.
PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to effectively communicate with other set up techs, curing supervision, and curing press operators, and supplying departments.

Previous manufacturing experience or Associates Degree
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 operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.
Employee Discounts, including tire discounts

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide.
Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.
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.

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.

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