Process Engineering Manager Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

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 projects.

PLANT MANAGEMENT:

 Assist production managers in trouble shooting of manufacturing processes.  Act as liaison to central process engineering organization for project work.

Coordinate process engineering activities between the MTV plant and other corporate entities.

While performing the above duties, Adhere to all safety and environmental rules and regulations.

Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored.

Basic Qualifications:

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. 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:

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Six Sigma Black Belt

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. 
• 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 ability to walk long distances, climb stairs, stoop/bend, work in a hi-heat environment. Ability to manipulate a Truck Tire.
• Some lifting required in the medium to heavy range.
• Work any shift or hours to accomplish job task.
• Travel as required.

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!

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The starting annual salary for this role is $112,176 a year.

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

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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