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 €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets. With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility. **THE COMPANY** Continental Tire has been around for 150 years, we’ve been changing the way the world moves while making it more safe, smart, sustainable and accessible to all. Our Mount Vernon, IL location is seeking a Truck Tire Quality Assurance Engineer. The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, is dependable and accountable. Are you ready to shape the future with us? **THE POSITION** Ensure that Quality Control plan is in place and effective for assigned area(s) and that work instructions are accurate and in compliance with Central PoMs and IATF. Ensure Plant compliance to Corporate Quality standards and Strategic Quality Objectives. Provides support to assigned area management team, sister plants, Central and local requests. Lead in data analysis and provide support for root cause evaluation. 1. Analyze benchmark results of internal cross-plant comparisons concerning quality objectives and cost using the Global Quality Score Card (GQSC), Central Controlling or Customer Service reports. 2. Perform statistical and capability analysis of data, put into presentation format with reporting. 3. Lead and assist with TS16949 certification and compliance. 4. Lead support and assist with local QMS requirements, and departmental work instructions (creation, revision and maintenance) along with other Quality Objectives. 5. Provide support and assistance with 4D and 8D investigations and root cause analysis. 6. Support and promote local and global Quality initiatives, steer and lead Quality projects 7. Ensure that yearly assigned Gauge R&R studies are performed and reported. 8. Provide support and follow up analysis for FOCUS and FAM topics. 9. Perform capability studies and analysis for NAR new equipment and processes release. 10. Prepare for and support yearly audits including Internal, Customer, PPS and IATF. 11. Provides support for PCT, sister plants and Central requests. 12. Responsible for tracking audit findings for assigned area and follow-up so that corrective actions are in place and implemented according to committed timing. 13. Performs other duties as directed by the QA Engineering Manager and QM Department Manager. 14. initiate corrective actions for deviations from set Quality objectives, control their effectiveness and sustainability through the application of standard Quality Core Tools such as Structured Problem Solving (SPS), 8D, Lessons Learned, Audits, FMEA. 15. Limited Local and International Travel. 16. Ensure all ESH procedures, policies and legal requirements are implemented and monitored. WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY * Immediate Benefits * Paid Time Off * Tuition & Employee Discounts * Annual Bonus * Employer 401(k) Match * And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Quality Engineering or technical field preferred Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Continental is not able to offer visa support Preferred Qualifications: 3-5 years Engineering or Manufacturing Experience All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **EEO-Statement:** EEO / AA / 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, 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 248.393.5566. 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.