Truck Tire Material Handler (MHL)- Illinois

Continental; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

401k Match

Diverse Work Environment

Job summary

Continental is seeking a Tire Technician in Mount Vernon, Illinois. The role involves sorting scrap tires, weight reporting, and ensuring all quality standards are met. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and some manufacturing experience is preferred.

The position offers a competitive hourly pay rate of $22.22, with potential shifts including evenings or weekends. Employees enjoy immediate benefits including paid time off, tuition assistance, and more.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• 0-2 years of manufacturing experience is required.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and wear safety gear.

Responsibilities

• Sort scrap tires and determine which can be repaired.
• Report weight of scrap tires to the supervisor.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by supervisors.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

• Must be able to sort scrap tires determining which tires that can be repaired and which ones are scrap.
• Will be responsible for Scrap 3 weight reporting to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as directed by Tire Building Supervisor, Lead Supervisor or Department Manager.
• Rework green tires and components meeting all quality requirements.
• Must be able to receive written and oral instructions as to specs, procedures, tolerances, and various construction and quality requirements.
• Will follow standard practices and perform all work necessary to obtain quality and quantity production, follow plant Safety policies, Plant policies, Environmental policies, and keep work areas neat, clean, and orderly.
• Medium to heavy work. Must be able to frequently stoop, twist, bend, and walk long distances. Full range of motion in arms, hands and legs, and lift 50 or more pounds on an occasional to frequent basis. Occasionally push, pull medium to heavy green tire buggy. Ability to wear respirator.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0-2 years 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, overnights, 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.

Benefits

• 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!

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 evening 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.

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