PLT Plant 1 Curing 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

Employer 401k Match

Diverse & Inclusive Work Environment

Employee Assistance Program

Future Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Continental in Mount Vernon, Illinois, is looking for a PLT Plant 1 Curing Setup Tech. This role involves setting up tire curing presses, performing mechanical adjustments, and adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and experience in manufacturing or mechanics.

Benefits include immediate health coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in Continental Manufacturing or 2 years mechanical experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• No relocation assistance offered.

Responsibilities

• Set up and make mold changes for Passenger Truck Tire Curing Presses.
• Perform minor mechanical adjustments and emergency repairs.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical adjustments

Communication skills

Safety adherence

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates Degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

the PLT Plant 1 Curing Setup Tech will:

Set up and make mold changes for Passenger Truck Tire Curing Presses. Removal and installation of all bladders. Clean and drill venting in molds. Make minor adjustments to presses as needed. Assist spraying and loading of Passenger Tire Presses as necessary.

1. PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to make mold and bladder changes, install recipes, build and tear down bladders, drilling molds, cleaning of molds in press, and maintain SFI data input.
2. PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to make minor mechanical adjustments and emergency repairs, chase Scrap, do first tire check and first bag check, squeeze audits, cure cycle audits, and cure temperature audits, and serial changes in molds.
3. PLT Curing Set up Tech will follow all plant policies, environmental policies and plant and departmental safety policies. Must be certified to operate a Fork Life through the Safety Department.
4. PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to effectively communicate with other set up techs, curing supervision, and curing press operators, and supplying departments.
5. PLT Curing Set up Tech will follow standard practices and perform all work necessary to promptly and accurately obtain quality and quantity production, and keeping work areas neat, clean, and aligned and orderly.
6. Perform other duties as directed by the PLT Curing Supervisor, Lead Supervisor, or Department Manager.
7. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Additional Information

THE PERKS

• Immediate Benefits
• Robust Total Rewards Package
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Discounts, including tire discounts
• Employer 401k 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.

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 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. 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 19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 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 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.

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, 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.