Job Description

Company Description
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 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of EUR41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 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 delivers top performance for more than 150 years and is one of the world's largest tire manufacturers. In fiscal 2023, the Tires group sector generated sales of 14 billion euros. Continental's tire sector employs more than 56,000 people worldwide and has 20 production and 16 development sites. Are you ready to shape the future with us?
Hoosier Racing Tire, the largest race tire manufacturer in the world, has continually promoted passion, pride, and success in the racing industry since 1957. Based in Plymouth, Ind. their state-of-the-art facility, including a fully integrated technology and R&D center, is solely dedicated to engineering, designing, supporting, and manufacturing the over 1,000 different types of racing and high-performance tires currently produced. Instilled with the heritage of champions, Hoosier utilizes a model sales and distribution network to deliver winning results globally. Hoosier Racing Tire is a 100% subsidiary of Continental AG.

THE POSITION
Hoosier Racing Tire in Plymouth, IN is seeking an Industrial Engineer to join our growing Team. This role handles continuous improvement of our Manufacturing Systems and Processes in our production facility.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Drive and manage operational excellence initiatives, identifying opportunities for process improvement.
• Implement and sustain best practices in Tire and Rubber Manufacturing, ensuring high performance and quality outcomes.
• Develop and keep a Digitalization Roadmap addressing plant operational pain points and central requirements.
• Secure buy-in and active support from managers and other stakeholders.
• Communicate the vision for value-adding shopfloor digitalization across local and central teams.
• Ensure clarity of responsibilities ("who needs to do what, when") to maintain progress
• Build and sustain a strong local network with MTE, IT, and IE for MSM and LKUs.

Qualifications
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE ROLE

• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering or similar technical background
• Strong Project and Time management skills
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a track record of contributing both independently and as part of a team.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. with no visa sponsorship or relocation available for this role.

ADDITIONAL WAYS TO STAND OUT

• Have a background in systems implementation or strong change management skills.
• Knowledge of Tire and Rubber manufacturing practices

Additional Information
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 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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