Inspector II (Grader)

Continental; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental seeks a Tire Quality Inspector at its Sumter, SC facility to grade, inspect, and classify tires, ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role includes data entry, EHS adherence, and shift rotation to support production.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and 1+ years in manufacturing, with legal work authorization in the U.S. No relocation assistance is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One or more years' manufacturing experience preferred.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• No relocation assistance offered.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, grade, and classify tires to ensure quality compliance.
• Determine disposition of off-standard tires and next steps.
• Enter and maintain quality data in grading systems.
• Identify quality issues and stop equipment when needed.
• Operate bead heating equipment according to procedures.
• Follow EHS procedures and promote safety culture.
• Rotate across shifts to support production.
• Maintain knowledge of Continental quality standards and QMS.
• Be self-managed and capable of performing under pressure.
• Follow plant and department processes.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Quality inspection

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Perform tire grading and quality inspections to ensure compliance with Continental and global quality standards, classify and disposition off-standard products, and support production quality processes. Maintain accurate quality records, operate bead heating equipment, and uphold all environmental, safety, and quality management requirements.

• Inspect, grade, and classify tires to ensure compliance with Continental quality standards.
• Determine disposition and next process steps for off-standard or non-conforming tires.
• Evaluate tires returned from uniformity, balancing, weighing, and over-inspection processes.
• Accurately enter and maintain quality-related data in grading systems.
• Identify quality issues and take appropriate corrective actions, including notifying stakeholders and stopping equipment when necessary.
• Operate bead heating machines according to established procedures.
• Rotate across shifts as needed to support production requirements.
• Follow Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) procedures and promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain knowledge of Continental quality standards, off-standard catalogs, and applicable QMS certifications and requirements.
• 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.

Additional Information

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.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• High school diploma or GED
• One or more years' experience in manufacturing
• 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

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• One or more years' experience as a visual inspector, rework operator, or quality at Continental Sumter

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000 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 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.