Senior Quality Technician IV — Precision Inspector

Continental; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Continental in Sumter, SC seeks a quality-focused grader to uphold product standards through inspection, testing, and defect prevention. You will investigate non-conformities in collaboration with QA and Production teams and monitor in-process quality to drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities include applying SPC, FMEA, 8D, PPAP, MSA, and ISO/TS 16949 methods, utilizing Excel for data tracking, and ensuring adherence to QA policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be a current certified grader at Continental Tire Sumter for a minimum of 2 years.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required.
• Must pass titmus vision exam.
• This is an internal only position; external applicants will not be considered.
• No relocation assistance is offered for this position.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of compounds, components, and tires through inspection, testing, and defect prevention.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve non-conformities with QA and Production teams.
• Monitor in-process quality characteristics and document corrective actions.
• Verify compliance with quality assurance policies and ISO/TS 16949 standards.
• Utilize measurement tools, data collection systems, and Excel to track quality performance.
• Apply quality management methodologies such as SPC, FMEA, 8D, PPAP, MSA, and ISO/TS 16949.
• Communicate effectively, follow procedures, and use problem-solving skills for continuous improvement.
• Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressure.
• Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current certified grader at Continental Tire Sumter (≥2 years)

Tools

Excel

Measurement tools

Job description

Continental in Sumter, SC seeks a quality-focused grader to uphold product standards through inspection, testing, and defect prevention. You will investigate non-conformities in collaboration with QA and Production teams and monitor in-process quality to drive corrective actions.

Responsibilities include applying SPC, FMEA, 8D, PPAP, MSA, and ISO/TS 16949 methods, utilizing Excel for data tracking, and ensuring adherence to QA policies.