TT Engineering Supervisor Quality Management

Continental; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 89,574 - 109,479; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate Benefits

Robust Total Rewards Package

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discounts

401k Match

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Assistance Program

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Continental is seeking an Engineering Supervisor of Quality Management to ensure robust Quality Control plans and compliance with Central PoMs and IATF across designated areas. You will lead quality analysis, supervise technicians, and support root-cause investigations while coordinating with plants and central teams.

The role emphasizes leadership, data analysis, and driving corrective actions through core quality tools. Extensive travel and a strong quality background are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• 5+ years QA experience preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• US work authorization required; no visa sponsorship offered.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CTD Analysis Tech and Tire Cutter Technician.
• Analyze benchmark results and quality objectives across plants.
• Perform statistical and capability analysis with reporting.
• Lead and assist with TS16949 certification and compliance.
• Lead local QMS requirements and maintenance of work instructions.
• Support 4D and 8D investigations and root cause analysis.
• Promote and lead quality initiatives and projects.
• Ensure yearly Gauge R&R studies are performed and reported.
• Assist with FOCUS and FAM topics analysis.
• Perform capability studies for new equipment and processes.
• Prepare for and support internal, customer, PPS and IATF audits.

Skills

QA experience

Leadership

Statistical analysis

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

SPS

8D

FMEA

Job description

Job Description

The TT Engineering Supervisor Quality Management will:

Ensure that Quality Control plan is in place and effective for assigned area(s) and that work instructions are accurate and in compliance with Central PoMs and IATF. Ensure Plant compliance to Corporate Quality standards and Strategic Quality Objectives. Provide support to assigned area management team, sister plants, Central and local requests. Lead in data analysis and provide support for root cause evaluation. Supervise Quality Technicians.

1. Supervise CTD Analysis Tech,Tire Cutter Technician.
2. Analyze benchmark results of internal cross-plant comparisons concerning quality objectives and cost using the Global Quality Score Card (GQSC), Central Controlling or Customer Service reports.
3. Perform statistical and capability analysis of data, put into presentation format with reporting.
4. Lead and assist with TS16949 certification and compliance.
5. Lead support and assist with local QMS requirements, and departmental work instructions (creation, revision and maintenance) along with other Quality Objectives.
6. Provide support and assistance with 4D and 8D investigations and root cause analysis.
7. Support and promote local and global Quality initiatives, steer and lead Quality projects
8. Ensure that yearly assigned Gauge R&R studies are performed and reported.
9. Provide support and follow up analysis for FOCUS and FAM topics.
10. Perform capability studies and analysis for NAR new equipment and process release.
11. Prepare for and support yearly audits including Internal, Customer, PPS and IATF.
12. Provides support for PCT, sister plants and Central requests.
13. Responsible for tracking audit findings for assigned areas and follow-up so that corrective actions are in place and implemented according to committed timing.
14. Perform other duties as directed by the QA Engineering Group Leader and QM Department Manager.
15. Initiate corrective actions for deviations from set Quality objectives, control their effectiveness and sustainability through the application of standard Quality Core Tools such as Structured Problem Solving (SPS), 8D, Lessons Learned, Audits, FMEA.
16. Limited Local and International Travel.
17. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.
18. 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
• 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 $99,527 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.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required, Quality Engineering preferred

5+ years QA experience preferred

Leadership experience preferred

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.

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.
• 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 ability to walk long distances, climb stairs, stoop/bend, work in a hi-heat environment. Ability to manipulate a Truck Tire.
• Some lifting required in the medium to heavy range.
• Work any shift or hours to accomplish job task.
• Travel as required.

Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.

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.