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Continental

Continental

Automotive technology provider for mobility

Maintenance Supervisor

Full-Time
No salary listed
Junior, Mid
Bachelor's
Halstead, KS, USA
In Person
No H1B Sponsorship

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment is required.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure, are required.
  • Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System to plan, schedule, and document maintenance activities is required.
  • Leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications is required.
  • The ability to communicate effectively with employees at all levels of the organization is required.
  • Willingness to perform hands-on maintenance work when needed is required.
  • Working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations and International Organization for Standardization standards is required.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma principles is required.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.
  • Current or future employment visa sponsorship is not available.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and develop the maintenance team to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations.
  • Manage and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase productivity, improve delivery performance, reduce downtime, and minimize reactive maintenance.
  • Plan, prioritize, and assign maintenance work based on production schedules and operational priorities.
  • Coordinate annual shutdowns and major improvement projects to maximize equipment availability during planned downtime.
  • Establish and maintain maintenance standards, including standard work instructions, spare parts management, and accurate tracking of maintenance labor and activities.
  • Ensure the maintenance department maintains high standards of housekeeping, organization, and workplace safety.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports through regular feedback, performance evaluations, training, disciplinary actions, and annual performance and salary planning.
  • Partner with Production, Engineering, Safety, and other departments to achieve plant goals and drive operational excellence.
  • Work alongside the maintenance and engineering team to troubleshoot equipment issues, perform repairs, and support maintenance activities when needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Demonstrated ability and willingness to lead a hands-on maintenance team by actively participating in troubleshooting, repairs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • At least 5 years of maintenance leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field.
  • Experience with SAP Plant Maintenance.

About the company

Continental creates technologies and services that support sustainable and connected mobility for people and goods. Its offerings span safety, efficiency, intelligence and affordability for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. The company operates worldwide and generated €41.4 billion in sales in 2023 with about 200,000 employees across 56 countries. Its goal is to enable safe, efficient and connected mobility for people and their goods.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Hanover, Germany

Founded

1871

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 adjusted EBIT beat expectations, driven by premium tires and lower inputs.
  • The July 2026 ContiTech sale unlocks €3.1 billion cash and €2.5 billion returns.
  • Management targets 2026 tire margins of 13.0 to 14.5 percent despite volatility.

What critics are saying

  • Reuters reported 3,000 more job cuts through 2026, including Nuremberg closures.
  • Raw-material costs reverse in second half 2026, creating a triple-digit-million-euro hit.
  • An antitrust block delays ContiTech sale and undermines Continental's 2026 refocus.

What makes Continental unique

  • Continental's premium 18-inch-plus tires win share in replacement markets.
  • The July 2026 ContiTech sale makes Continental a pure-play tire maker.
  • Its global plant network spans 150 countries and supports OEM and replacement sales.

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Company News

AktienSensor
Jul 30th, 2026
Continental AG lists on Shanghai exchange with record debut, plans share buyback amid DRAM surge and $170M R&D spend

Continental AG, a German semiconductor specialist, listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange on 27 July, becoming China's largest listed firm by market capitalisation. The debut set records for price appreciation and turnover, with the stock added to the MSCI China All-Share Index. The company's recent quarterly reports show strong DRAM growth, driven by demand in high-performance computing and data-centre applications. Continental's R&D spend reached €150 million last year, representing 10% of revenue. Continental's chairman announced a share-repurchase plan running from December to July next year, aimed at share cancellation and capital reduction. The company plans no further capital reduction for 12 months, followed by a scheduled increase targeting €10 billion cumulative value. The listing provides Continental access to local financing and potential regulatory advantages in China's semiconductor market.

Yahoo Finance
May 7th, 2026
Continental subsidiary Contitech cuts 3,000 jobs globally to save $168M annually

Continental's plastics technology subsidiary Contitech will cut 3,000 jobs globally, including 1,600 in Germany, following an agreement with the IGBCE union on framework conditions. The company said some affected activities will be relocated abroad, whilst operational redundancies will be avoided until at least the end of 2030. The cuts form part of Continental's cost-saving programme announced in November, targeting €150 million in annual savings from 2028. The agreement includes voluntary programmes, early retirement arrangements and job placement support for affected workers. IGBCE executive board member Francesco Grioli said whilst job cuts cannot be prevented, the agreement mitigates impact on employees and secures investment commitments for German sites. Contitech pledged to make all measures as socially responsible as possible.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 4th, 2026
Continental AG posts $22.1B sales with 0.8% organic growth, targets $19.4B-$21.2B in 2026

Continental AG reported full-year 2025 sales of €19.7 billion with 0.8% organic growth, alongside adjusted EBIT of €2 billion and a 10.3% margin. The company proposed a dividend of €2.70 per share, representing a 4.8% yield. The tyre segment showed resilience with 2.4% organic growth and €3.6 billion in Q4 sales, achieving a 13.9% adjusted EBIT margin. However, ContiTech faced headwinds with a 5.2% organic decline in Q4 due to challenging automotive and industrial markets. Continental reduced net debt, improving its leverage ratio to approximately 2.0. For 2026, the company projects sales of €17.3 billion to €18.9 billion with an adjusted EBIT margin of 11% to 12.5%, whilst navigating anticipated declines in light vehicle production and challenging market conditions in the Americas.

Yahoo Finance
Mar 4th, 2026
Continental posts $186M net loss as sales fall, forecasts further decline in 2026

German automotive parts maker Continental reported a net loss of €165 million for fiscal 2025, compared with a profit of €1.168 billion the previous year. Sales declined to €19.676 billion from €20.077 billion. The company's earnings were impacted by €1.2 billion in non-cash special effects from the Aumovio spin-off and planned OESL sale. Adjusted operating result fell to €2.035 billion from €2.212 billion, whilst the adjusted EBIT margin decreased to 10.3% from 11%. Despite the loss, Continental will increase its dividend to €2.70 per share, up €0.20 from last year. For fiscal 2026, the company anticipates consolidated sales of €17.3 billion to €18.9 billion with an adjusted EBIT margin of 11% to 12.5%, citing continued market volatility.

MAJUNKE.com
May 7th, 2024
Continental Acquires EMT, Boosts Tire Tech

Continental has acquired Slovakian mold specialist EMT Púchov s.r.o, taking over all shares from majority shareholder Dynamic Design (Romania) in early April. The acquisition enhances Continental's internal technology portfolio, allowing it to independently produce tire molds for various applications. All 107 employees with specialized knowledge were retained. Grant Thornton's cross-border team from Germany and Slovakia conducted financial and tax due diligence. Continental reported a 2023 revenue of €41.4 billion.