THE POSITION
- Responsible for mold quality and in house repairs
- KPI achievement for no tooling and repair
- Ensure all documentation is filled out properly and turned in at end of shift to include mold repair log, blocking forms, and BOL to and from King Machine
- Knowledge of dimensioning and tolerances, have good mechanical skills, be self-managed/motivated, and able to work as a part of a team
- Proficient with hand tools, power tools, precision measuring equipment
- Must have strong troubleshooting, critical thinking skills, communications skills, basic computer skills, and attention to detail
- Knowledge of operating, monitoring, and setting up curing press including limits, clearances, tension, and other setup parameters
- Must be able to receive and follow written and oral instructions as to specs, procedures, tolerances, and various construction and quality requirements and able to understand engineered drawings or be trained how to
- Responsible for vent mods, replacement, and repair
- Responsible for mold assemblies, modifications, cleanings (on/off-line), visual imperfections, gap checks and pre-loads
- Perform shift changeover with previous shift leader to ensure smooth information exchange
- Monitor CGMS for downtime to ensure molds are returned to presses in a timely manner
- Utilize SAP for assembly/disassembly of molds and other mold transactions needed
- Recommend changes to curing mold supervisor as needed depending on situation of molds and their conditions
- Keep mold shop supervisor informed of all information related to safety incidents, mold repairs, and any production interruptions due to mold issues
- Utilize FIFO of molds for repair in mold shop to ensure first received is first back to press
- Ensure that all mold work instructions, procedures, and specifications are followed
- Follow standard practices and follow plant safety policies, environmental policies, and keep work areas neat, clean, and orderly
- Support the day shift mold techs with grader call issues
- Follow the internal ESH work instructions in the daily work
- Demonstrate exemplary personal behavior in ESH and motivate others
- Ensure immediate notification and response, and initiate preventive measures in case of unsafe or polluting hazards
- Support the Continental Business System (CBS) structure by participating in the applicable CBT meeting, reviewing and managing his/her/team performance, conducting simple problem-solving using action sheets, identifying and implementing improvement opportunities, participating in the CBT reviews, and taking ownership for presented parts of the team boards
- Other duties as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED
- Two or more years’ experience in the mold shop
- Strong mechanical knowledge of mold operation and configuration
- This role is an internal only position, external applicants will not be considered for this role
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Continental is not able to offer visa support.
- Continental is not able to pay relocation expenses for this opportunity.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to frequently bend, climb, kneel, and lift up to 100 lbs. in hot environment and stand for long periods of time
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Prior relevant tooling and mold experience
- Vocational or post-secondary mechanical training
- Welding and machining experience
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
EEO-Statement:
EEO / AA / 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, 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 [email protected] or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. 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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