Internal - Process Engineer - Final Finish

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Sumter, SC, USA
In-Office
85K-114K Annually
Junior
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Drives continuous improvement in final-finish manufacturing processes by analyzing workflows, resolving production and quality issues, conducting root cause analysis, reducing scrap and costs, and increasing output. The role develops work instructions and process alerts, evaluates capital projects and equipment, implements sustainable corrective measures, and collaborates cross-functionally using lean manufacturing principles. Candidates need an engineering or technical education, manufacturing experience, continuous improvement expertise, and legal authorization to work in the United States.
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Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7 billion in 2025 and currently employs around 76,000 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 2025, the Tires group sector generated sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental's tire division currently employs around 53,000 people worldwide and has 19 production and 16 development sites.

Job Description

YOUR TASKS

Drives continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing processes, resolving production and quality issues, implementing sustainable solutions, and collaborating across teams to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase output.

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

  • Analyze workflows to identify improvement areas in the process
  • Drive change initiatives utilizing cross-functional team collaboration and lean manufacturing principles to effect lasting process advancements
  • Develop and upkeep aids such as process alerts, work instructions, and one-point lessons
  • Identify process problems and own their resolutions to increase production output, including root cause analysis and data reporting to department
  • Analyze capital expenditures and project designs to find cost cutting and investment driving solutions, including for new equipment to ensure proper release
  • Identify areas for quality improvement in the process and collaborate to find solutions that drive down scrap in the area
  • Must have continuous improvement experience
  • Ensure implementation of measures and maintain controls 
  • Be self-managed, detail-oriented, and capable of performing under pressure.
  • Follow all plant, ESH, CBS, quality, and department processes and procedures.
  • Other duties as assigned

NOTE: May not be inclusive of all work required and may be updated as needed.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

  • Bachelor’s degree in related Engineering or Technical field & two or more years' relevant experience in a related manufacturing environment OR
  • If no bachelors degree, must be currently enrolled in a bachelors degree program in a related engineering or technical field and have a minimum of 6-9 years of relevant experience
  • 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. 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

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

  • Tire manufacturing experience

Additional Information

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, 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 [email protected] 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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Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a related engineering or technical field and at least two years of relevant experience in a related manufacturing environment
  • If no bachelor's degree, current enrollment in a related bachelor's degree program and six to nine years of relevant experience
  • Continuous improvement experience
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States
  • Tire manufacturing experience
  • Must be an internal applicant; external applicants will not be considered

Continental Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Continental and has not been reviewed or approved by Continental.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health plans are often described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, and related programs (such as HSA/FSA) highlighted as strong components. Feedback suggests the quality of healthcare coverage is a meaningful part of overall compensation satisfaction.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings, including 401(k) plans with company contributions, are viewed favorably and frequently mentioned alongside competitive base pay. These plans are seen as a reliable pillar of the total rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation/PTO, and other leave programs are presented as part of a broad benefits suite. The scope of time-off options contributes positively to perceived overall value.

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The Company
HQ: Hannover
66,749 Employees
Year Founded: 1871

What We Do

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 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs around 235,000 people in 58 countries and markets. In 2021, the company celebrates its 150th anniversary.

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