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 COMPANYContinental Tire has been around for 150 years, we’ve been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. Our Mount Vernon, IL location is seeking TT Assembly Setup Tech. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is dependable and accountable.Are you ready to shape the future with us?THE POSITIONTT Assembly Setup Tech: Set-up and adjust all Truck Tire Assembly Building equipment to specification for quality and production.Utilize electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic knowledge to set-up, detect, adjust and correct truck tire building equipment.Supervise and audit building of first truck tires after set-up changes or adjustments to insure set-up is to specification and approved for production.Troubleshoot and make adjustments to machines.Make surveillance of assigned machines to maintain productive efficiency and utilize skills to reduce downtime on equipment.Effectively communicate with Set-up Supervisor, Floor Supervisor, Shift Supervisor, and other set-up technicians when any malfunction or breakdown occurs.Perform work as directed by Shift Supervision, Set-up Supervisor, and/or Department Manager related to machine efficiency and high quality production.Perform routine scheduled MTC checks and corrections.Maintain accurate daily records on each machine so that a history of all breakdowns, changes, adjustments and other pertinent information is documented for referenceEnsure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.WHY YOU SHOULD APPLYImmediate BenefitsPaid Time OffTuition & Employee DiscountsAnnual BonusEmployer 401(k) MatchAnd more benefits that come with working for a global industry leaderBasic Qualifications: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. Continental is not able to offer visa supportPreferred Qualifications:Previous manufacturing experience or Associates DegreeAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.EEO-Statement:EEO / AA / 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, 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 or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. 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.Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.