Plant PLT Visual Inspector Job Mount Vernon area,Illinois USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Plant 1 PLT 100% Visual Inspector

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and currently employs around 95,000 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.

ThePLant 1 PLT 100% Visual Inspector will:

The Visual Inspector will be responsible for inspecting tires from the curing presses, verifying each tire is free of basic anomalies, making small repairs or corrections to tires, and directing the tires to the correct palletizing conveyor.

Receive and inspect, through the sense of sight, the outside of all white sidewall tires to determine acceptability in accordance with company standards of Quality

PLT Final Finish Inspector will follow standard practices and perform all work necessary to promptly and accurately obtain quality and quantity production, follow plant Safety policies, Plant policies, Environmental policies, and keep work areas neat, clean, and orderly.

Employee will log into system, then pass tires (both acceptable and irregular) into their next process, maintaining an even flow of production. Notify supervisor immediately when a major breakdown occurs

Be able to do understand the operation and do minor resets associated with the white sidewall protective paint application process.

Perform assigned jobs in a safe manner, keeping the work area clean and orderly.

Cooperate and communicate with supervisors by reporting all pertinent information and problems.

Perform other duties as directed by Supervisor and or Department Manager.

Perform minor rework of sidewall dust or unpainted tires

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.

Basic Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
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

2 years or more of Manufacturing Experience

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.

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 $52,269 a year.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color,…