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Continental Tire the Americas, LLC • Mount Vernon, IL 62864 • Posted 7 days ago
Warehouse Forklift Operator (WTO) - Illinois
Continental Tire the Americas, LLC • Mount Vernon, IL 62864 • Posted 7 days ago
In-person • Full-time • $21.37/hr • Entry Level
+ _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. _
+ Pre-shift inspection of fork lift
+ Notify supervisor if fork lift needs repairs made
+ Operate fork lift to put tires into stock, set tires up to be loaded onto trailer, or return empty pallets
+ Required to operate touch-screen monitor
+ Operator must be able to lift propane tank for tank fill at the propane refilling station
+ Medium work involving lifting up to 50 lbs. and frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.
+ Frequent reaching and twisting; Occasional bending
+ High School Diploma or GED recommended
+ Applicants without a High School Diploma or GED, must complete In-House Competency Test (non-core jobs only) to be deemed eligible
+ 0-1 year of manufacturing experience needed
+ No relocation assistance is offered for this position
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.
+ 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!
HOURLY PAY
+ The hourly rate for this position is $21.37 per hour. This position is also eligible for a quarterly incentive program.
+ This role will be eligible for shift differential which is added onto your hourly rate. The additional shift differential is $0.20 per hour for overnight shifts, $0.15 per hour for evening shifts, and $1.00 per hour for weekend shifts.
+ Pay rate is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
**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 Careers@conti-na.com 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.
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.
+ _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. _
+ Pre-shift inspection of fork lift
+ Notify supervisor if fork lift needs repairs made
+ Operate fork lift to put tires into stock, set tires up to be loaded onto trailer, or return empty pallets
+ Required to operate touch-screen monitor
+ Operator must be able to lift propane tank for tank fill at the propane refilling station
+ Medium work involving lifting up to 50 lbs. and frequent lifting/carrying up to 25 lbs.
+ Frequent reaching and twisting; Occasional bending
+ High School Diploma or GED recommended
+ Applicants without a High School Diploma or GED, must complete In-House Competency Test (non-core jobs only) to be deemed eligible
+ 0-1 year of manufacturing experience needed
+ No relocation assistance is offered for this position
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.
+ 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!
HOURLY PAY
+ The hourly rate for this position is $21.37 per hour. This position is also eligible for a quarterly incentive program.
+ This role will be eligible for shift differential which is added onto your hourly rate. The additional shift differential is $0.20 per hour for overnight shifts, $0.15 per hour for evening shifts, and $1.00 per hour for weekend shifts.
+ Pay rate is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
**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 Careers@conti-na.com 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.
Ready to drive with Continental? Take the first step and fill in the online application.