Description

The Explore Tires Quality Engineer Graduate Trainee will do:

▪ Introduction to quality management and technical compliance in PLT/CVT Plant - department rotation, a deeper introduction to plant operation
▪Introduction to production processes, Rubber Technologies, Material’s flow and Components in order to gain in-depth operational knowledge about the production process 
▪ 4 month shopfloor experience incl. laboratory test stations
▪ Quality Management projects within the plant
▪ Rotations to other departments in order to get an insight into the collaboration of all departments​ (Mandatory: PI, Production, MTE, Process Engineering)
▪ Establish and maintain a network throughout the plant
▪ Introduction into Quality Applications such as MCAT, QDV, QDA, EWM, SBS and other manufacturing relevant applications
▪ Introduction to quality management processes, systems and methods (FMEA, Control Plans, SPS/A3/8D/VRS, lessons learned, Continuous improvement process)
▪ Introduction to quality tests, quality assurance and conformity
▪ Introduction to Tire Uniformity management
▪ Introduction into Quality Management System, its external foundations and the implication for the Organization

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

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Quality Engineering or Related Technical Field

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters Degree in Quality Management or Engineering

The 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. 
• 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.

Additional Info

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!

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The expected annual salary range for this role is $72,290 - $76,545 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.

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 Careers@conti-na.com 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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Company Description

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 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. 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.