PLT Curing Pre-Cure Prep (PCP) - Illinois Job ID: REF97863H

Continental; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Benefits

Total Rewards Package

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts (tire discounts)

401k Match

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Assistance Program

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Continental is hiring for a role involving setup and inspection of dry ice equipment, mold and press hazard checks, and safe transport of equipment using a forklift. The position includes operating a high-pressure dry ice machine to clean molds and organizing dry ice gear in the store area.

Expect heavy physical tasks with lifting up to 50 lbs, heat exposure, and dusty conditions in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED recommended.
• 0-1 year of manufacturing experience needed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in heat and some dust.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and inspect dry ice machine.
• Inspect mold, press, and surrounding area for hazards.
• Operate forklift to transport equipment.
• Operate high pressure dry ice machine to clean molds.
• Replace and organize dry ice equipment in store area.
• Heavy work including frequent lifting up to 50 lbs and exposure to heat and dust.

Skills

0-1 year manufacturing experience

Heavy lifting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

• Set-up and inspect dry ice machine


• Inspect mold, press, and surrounding area for hazards


• Operate fork-lift to transport equipment


• Operate high pressure dry ice machine to clean molds


• Replace and organize dry ice equipment in store area


• Heavy work inclusive of frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50lbs. and exposure to heat and some dust.

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!

HOURLY PAY

• The hourly rate for this position is $22.22 per hour. This position is also eligible for a quarterly incentive program.


• This role will be eligible for shift differential which is added onto your hourly rate. The additional shift differential is $0.20 per hour for overnight shifts, $0.15 per hour for evenings shifts, and $1.00 per hour for weekend shifts.


• Pay rate is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to [e-mail] or contact US Recruiting at 800-821-2727. 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.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED recommended
  
  
  
  • Applicants without a High School Diploma or GED, must complete In-House Competency Test (non-core jobs only) to be deemed eligible
  
  
  
  


• 0-1 year of manufacturing experience needed


• No relocation assistance is offered for this position

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 includes evenings 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.


• 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 €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.