Mixing Setup Technician

Continental; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 58,151 - 71,074; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Benefits

Robust Total Rewards Package

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts, including tire

Job summary

Continental is seeking a Mixing Setup Technician to streamline change-overs and fine-tune equipment for improved production consistency. You will perform machine setups, support process flow, and help train operators in mixing practices across a non-climate controlled environment.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, plus manufacturing or mechanical experience. Eligible candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. with no visa sponsorship and no relocation assistance.

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. 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.
• Previous manufacturing experience or Associates Degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform machine change-over and set-ups for optimum machine up time and consistency.
• Develop and implement guidelines for optimum setups on each machine with regard to stock being produced.
• Perform minor repairs on equipment: e.g., photo eye adjustments, slitter blade adjustments, gripper hook ups, loop lengths, belt tracking.
• Help design and maintain Mixing process flow and layout optimization.
• Perform machine inspections to identify and help prevent major breakdowns.
• Assist in the training of all machine operators in Mixing.
• Assist in six sigma project implementation.
• Monitor and adjust for customer complaints such as poor stacking accuracy.
• Assist in carbon delivery issues mainly from day bin to mixer.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates Degree

Job description

Job Description

Mixing Setup Technician

Optimize the change-over process in Mixing and to fine tune the equipment in order to increase production consistency and reliability.

1. Perform machine change-over and set-ups for optimum machine up time and consistency.
2. Develop and implement guidelines for optimum setups on each machine with regard to stock being produced.
3. Perform minor repairs on equipment: For example – photo eye adjustments, slitter blade adjustments, gripper hook ups, loop lengths, belt tracking etc…
4. Help design and maintain Mixing process flow and layout optimization.
5. Perform machine inspections to identify and help prevent major breakdowns.
6. Assist in the training of all machine operators in Mixing.
7. Assist in six sigma project implementation.
8. Monitor and adjust for customer complaints such as: poor stacking accuracy, slitter accuracy, etc..
9. Assist in carbon delivery issues mainly from day bin to mixer.
10. Must communicate to on-coming tech any issues faced during shift.
11. May be required to stay over or come in early for shift coverage.
12. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.
13. Any other tasks deemed necessary by Mixing management.

Additional Information

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Employer401k 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!

The starting annual salary for this role is $64,613 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. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability.

Qualifications

Basic 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. 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous manufacturing experience or Associates Degree

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.
• New Hires will likely be placed on a shift that includesevenings and weekends.
• 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. Majority of work completed in a high heat environment.
• The role involves various physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and operating machinery, with comprehensive training provided.

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of€19.7billion in2025and currently employsaround 78,000people in54countries and markets.

Tire solutions from theTires group sectormake 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.