Internal - Manufacturing Technician III (Lead) - Final Finish

Continental; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental TireSumter Plant is seeking a Final Finish Team Lead to provide operational and leadership support in the final finish area. You will operate and troubleshoot equipment, maintain production flow, and ensure quality and safety standards while managing WIP and SAP work orders.

This role also coaches and trains colleagues and acts as a liaison between hourly staff and leadership. Responsibly support staffing coverage, continuous improvement initiatives, and daily production goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years' experience in the Final Finish department at Continental TireSumter Plant.
• Currently certified in two or more critical positions in Final Finish (critical positions: visual inspector & TUG/balance).
• This role is an internal only position, external applicants will not be considered for this role.
• 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.
• Excel, SAP, and MMS experience noted as preferred qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide production coverage by filling in for operators and supervisors during breaks, absences, vacations, and other staffing needs.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and perform set-ups on a variety of final finish equipment while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate WIP inventory and organize storage areas.
• Review production schedules and coordinate staffing priorities to ensure adequate line coverage and productivity.
• Create and manage SAP work orders and coordinate maintenance support as needed.
• Apply independent judgment to support operations, solve problems, and drive process improvements using continuous improvement tools.
• Support team performance through coaching, mentoring, training, and development of employees.
• Monitor production performance and equipment conditions to proactively address issues and meet production requirements.
• Serve as a communication link between hourly employees and leadership, escalating concerns and providing operational support.
• Perform specialized final finish tasks, including tire inspection, rework repairs, stencil creation, painting, grinding, and operation of material handling and finishing equipment.
• Be detail-oriented and capable of performing under pressure.
• Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Quality focus

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

SAP

MMS

Job description

Job Description

YOUR TASKS

This role provides operational and leadership support within the final finish area by operating equipment, maintaining production flow and inventory accuracy, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring quality and safety standards are met. The position also serves as a team resource by coordinating coverage, training employees, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and acting as a liaison between hourly associates and leadership.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Provide production coverage by filling in for operators and supervisors during breaks, absences, vacations, and other staffing needs.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and perform set-ups on a variety of final finish equipment while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate WIP inventory levels and ensure organization of storage areas.
• Review production schedules and coordinate staffing priorities to ensure adequate line coverage and productivity.
• Create and manage SAP work orders and coordinate maintenance support as needed.
• Apply independent judgment to support operations, solve problems, and drive process improvements using continuous improvement tools (5 Why, CB, 4D, CBS).
• Support team performance through coaching, mentoring, training, and development of employees.
• Monitor production performance and equipment conditions to proactively address issues and meet production requirements.
• Serve as a communication link between hourly employees and leadership, escalating concerns and providing operational support.
• Perform specialized final finish tasks, including tire inspection, rework repairs, stencil creation, painting, grinding, and operation of material handling and finishing equipment.
• Be detail-orientedand 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. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two or more years' experience in the Final Finish department at Continental TireSumter Plant
• Currently certified in two or more critical positions in Final Finish (critical positions: visual inspector & TUG/balance)
• This role is an internal only position, external applicants will not be considered for this role
• 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

• Three or more years of Continental Tire plant experience
• Excel, SAP, and MMS experience

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.