Internal Mixing Lab Technician – Quality & Testing

Continental; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, is seeking a Laboratory QA Technician in Sumter, SC to support raw material testing and production quality. You will perform material, compound, reinforcement, and chemical testing, analyze results, maintain lab equipment, and ensure compliant release of incoming materials for production.

You will partner with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, logistics, and supplier quality teams to drive quality performance, support audits, and lead continuous

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing methods and quality management systems
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Must be willing to work selected shift for this position
• 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

Responsibilities

• Perform raw material, compound, reinforcement, and chemical testing according to test plans and production requirements.
• Review test results, determine re-testing needs, and communicate testing priorities with internal customers.
• Support supplier complaint management, including evidence collection, corrective action follow-up, and 8D review.
• Monitor supplier quality performance and assist with audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, including IATF 16949 requirements and laboratory procedures.
• Participate in internal and external audits and support corrective action activities.
• Perform routine laboratory equipment maintenance and escalate issues when necessary.
• Support process improvement projects related to materials, packaging, logistics, and supplier performance.
• Promote environmental, health, and safety standards within the laboratory.
• Utilize strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• 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.

Skills

Laboratory testing methods

Quality management systems

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Laboratory information systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Continental, a leading tire manufacturer, is seeking a Laboratory QA Technician in Sumter, SC to support raw material testing and production quality. You will perform material, compound, reinforcement, and chemical testing, analyze results, maintain lab equipment, and ensure compliant release of incoming materials for production.

You will partner with manufacturing, engineering, purchasing, logistics, and supplier quality teams to drive quality performance, support audits, and lead continuous