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PLT Curing Material Handler (MHL)- Illinois

Continental · Mount Vernon, IL · Full time · Manufacturing

Posted Oct 2, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you noticed a safety hazard. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report hazards right away, as the posting requires.

How do you keep your work area clean and organized during a busy shift?

What they are checking: Whether they keep good housekeeping, which supports safety in a plant.

How do you handle working in a loud plant with hearing protection and steel toe shoes all day?

What they are checking: Whether they are ready for the physical environment of tire manufacturing.

Tell me about a job where you had to be reliable every day. How did you show up?

What they are checking: Whether they have steady attendance and work habits that production depends on.

What would you do

A tire's bar code is damaged and will not scan. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they follow the steps to correct or replace bar codes instead of skipping them.

You see a jam building up on the conveyor. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they act quickly and safely to keep production moving.

New hires may work shifts that include nights or weekends. How would that fit your life?

What they are checking: Whether they can commit to the shift schedule a plant runs on.

A supervisor gives you an instruction you do not fully understand. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they ask questions instead of guessing on safety or quality tasks.

About the work

What safety checks would you do on a fork truck or walkie before you start your shift?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that daily vehicle checks prevent accidents.

Why do you think OEM tire marking requirements matter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that wrong markings can send the wrong tire to a car maker.

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The full job description

As published by Continental.

• The Material Handler must know all OEM tire marking requirements. • The Material Handler must be observant to and clear any obstructions in the conveyor systems. • The Material Handler must know and understand the operation of the balance pad and be equally knowledgeable in bar code correction and/or replacement. • The Material Handler must safely operate a walkie and/or fork truck and transport pallets of tires to and from work areas and/or machines. • Must complete a daily check sheet on each powered vehicle he/she operates. • Perform other duties as directed by the PLT Curing Supervisor or Department Manager. • Must thoroughly understand the work instructions for this position. • Must maintain good housekeeping practices assuring the department is neat, clean and orderly. • Must promptly report any and all safety hazards and concerns to his/her supervisor. • High School Diploma or GED recommended • Applicants without a High School Diploma or GED, OR 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 $22.22 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.

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