Hose Technician

Company Description 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 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs more than 192,000 people in 58 countries and markets. On October 8, 2021, the company celebrated its 150th anniversary. The ContiTech business area focuses on smart and sustainable solutions beyond rubber and develops digital and intelligent solutions in future-oriented sectors. EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Job Description Hose Technician for ContiTech Oil & Marine, Corp. in Houston, TX The mission of the position is to perform flexible hose assembly production related objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner. These objectives include but are not limited to hose assembly, testing of products, packing, safety, quality, cost and delivery. This position insures safe operation, quality, compliance, training, equipment reliability and employee engagement. Tasks: assume responsibility for the assembly and testing of products adhere to all ContiTech policies and procedures as laid out in the company handbook follow regular production plan to meet customer's product delivery requirements read, interpret and follow basic diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble equipment and products utilize hand held tools such as a hand held screw and drill gun and/or power tools such as grinders, sandblasters, drills and various types of saws maintain inventory of product in work stations perform quality work checks to insure the product meets quality standards identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified rework and/or repair assembled equipment and products according to engineering specification changes perform all work in accordance with quality standards and established safety procedures maintain a clean and safe work area, ensuring rigorous housekeeping standards are maintained adhere to and carry out all Health, Safety and Environmental requirements as outlined in the Company Policies carry out any reasonable task as requested by the production supervisor or operations manager Qualifications Qualifications: High school diploma or GED required Minimum 1+year of experience in small batch assembly production shop or manufacturing environment, preferably in flexible fluid transfer manufacturing Basic English written and communication skills are required Ability to measure accurately, pass the ruler test Ability to understand materials, processes & procedures Ability to operate High and Low-Pressure Pumps, Hydrostatic Pumps, High Torque Wrenches, Overhead Cranes, Jib Cranes, Forklifts, and Rigging Ability to use hand tools, power tools and measuring devices such as height gauges, adjustable parallels, calipers and pressure gauges Ability to use personal computer and/or workstation Valid driver license and other requirements of company's driving policy required when driving company vehicle or using personal vehicle on company business; Demonstrates good interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills Work Environment: Shop environment. Works in confined workspaces. Frequent exposure to possible shop hazards including heavy equipment, chemicals, flash burns, UV exposure, hot parts, eye injuries, high pressure and high noise levels. 90% of time is spent on the shop floor or in outdoor areas. Personal requirements to be fulfilled by job holder: Team player but able to work on own initiative, ability to meet deadlines even under pressure, reliability, good communicator, strong attention to detail, assemble or fabricate mechanical parts, pieces or products using a variety of hand held and/or power tools. Physical Demands: Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, push, pull, grasp, or reach with hands and arms and talk or hear and perform repetitive motions. Dexterity of hands to perform the tasks required of the position. Regularly lift and/or move moderate to heavy objects up to 60 lbs, occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs. Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, climb, crouch or crawl. Regularly stand and walk for extended periods of time. Sight in order to be aware of hazards and dangers found in the nature of the work. Additional Information 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 or contact US Recruiting at . 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.