PLT Plant Curing Setup Technician Z Job Mount Vernon area,Washington USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: PLT Plant 1 Curing Setup Technician Job ID: REF97860Z

Job Description

the PLT Plant 1 Curing Setup Tech will:

Set up and make mold changes for Passenger Truck Tire Curing Presses. Removal and installation of all bladders. Clean and drill venting in molds. Make minor adjustments to presses as needed. Assist spraying and loading of Passenger Tire Presses as necessary.

PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to make mold and bladder changes, install recipes, build and tear down bladders, drilling molds, cleaning of molds in press, and maintain SFI data input.

PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to make minor mechanical adjustments and emergency repairs, chase Scrap, do first tire check and first bag check, squeeze audits, cure cycle audits, and cure temperature audits, and serial changes in molds.

PLT Curing Set up Tech will follow all plant policies, environmental policies and plant and departmental safety policies. Must be certified to operate a Fork Life through the Safety Department.

PLT Curing Set up Tech must be able to effectively communicate with other set up techs, curing supervision, and curing press operators, and supplying departments.

PLT Curing Set up Tech will follow standard practices and perform all work necessary to promptly and accurately obtain quality and quantity production, and keeping work areas neat, clean, and aligned and orderly.

Perform other duties as directed by the PLT Curing Supervisor, Lead Supervisor, or Department Manager.

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.

Additional Information

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 $64,613 a year.

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

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED and 1 year Continental Manufacturing experience or 2 years mechanical experience.
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:

Previous manufacturing experience or Associates Degree.

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.

Company Description

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.

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.

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