Continental

Tire manufacturing

TTProcessEngineeringManager

$112k+ Mount Vernon, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for mid candidates.

The Brief

“TT Process Engineering Manager at Continental. Skills: Process Improvement, Six Sigma, TQM, TPM. Coordinate process development and improvement. Focus on continuous improvement projects”

What You'll Achieve.

Stabilization of processes; Cost reduction; Variance reduction; Efficiency; Cost reduction activities; Process improvement; Cost reduction; Reduction of green/cured waste

Industry & Context.

Tire manufacturing
Problems you'll solve

Structured problem solving; Trouble shooting of manufacturing processes

Eligibility Requirements

Adhere to all safety and environmental rules, Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented, Work in a non-climate controlled environment, Exposed to temperature swings (hot/cold), Exposed to forklift and pedestrian traffic, Exposed to noise, Ability to walk long distances, Ability to climb stairs, Ability to stoop, Work in a hi-heat environment, Ability to manipulate a Truck Tire, Medium to heavy lifting required, Work any shift or hours, Travel as required

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technical area or 10 years related manufacturing experience, 5+ years QA or tire engineering experience, Legal authorization to work in the U. S.

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, Six Sigma Black Belt

What You'll Do.

Coordinate process development and improvement

Focus on continuous improvement projects

Participate in developing processes

Monitor and improve processes

Develop engineers driving improvements

Lead culture of structured problem solving

Drive continuous improvement of systems

Develop monitoring systems

Insure reduction countermeasures are developed

Assist in improvement initiatives

Manage continuous improvement projects

Implement continuous improvement projects

Assist production managers in trouble shooting

Act as liaison to central process engineering

Coordinate process engineering activities

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with product team; Act as a team leader on other work group teams; Coordinate process engineering activities between MTV plant and other corporate entities

Process & Methodology

Manage, identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement projects

Full Job 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. The TT Process Engineering Manager will: Coordinate the development and improvement of processes with respect to stabilization, cost reduction and variance reduction in the plant. Special focus on continuous improvement projects, Six Sigma, TQM, TPM. Actively participate in developing, monitoring, and improving processes throughout the plant. Develop engineers driving process improvements in their business teams. Lead and develop culture of structured problem solving for efficiency and cost reduction activities. IMPROVEMENT OF PRODUCT AND PROCESS: Driving force in the continuous improvement of systems and processes throughout the MTV plant with focus on process improvement and cost. Develop monitoring systems to identify trends and anomalies, including green/cured waste, and insure reduction countermeasures are developed. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT, Six Sigma, KAIZEN, TQM, TPM: Assist in improvement initiatives in Six Sigma, Kaizen, TQM and TPM. Act as a team leader on other work group teams and manage, identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement

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