Vocational training for plastics and rubber technologist from September 1st, 2027 (m/f/d) - Tires

Role Summary

Are you interested in process engineering in production? Do you enjoy craft projects? Are you hungry for knowledge and want to find out what else is inside you? Then you are ready to start training as a plastics and rubber technologist. We are training for this profession at our location in Hanover from September 1st, 2027.

The name is new, but the basics have not changed: plastics and rubber technologists (formerly process mechanics) are sought-after specialists in all areas of production. With this training you will pave your way for a successful professional future! During the three years of training, you will learn, among other things, the production of our rubber and plastic products and acquire specialist knowledge in the increasingly important areas of environmental protection, sustainability and the digitalized world of work. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of the different materials and their processing, set up machines, operate systems and monitor the entire manufacturing process.

You are ready to start with

-Motivation to develop and learn

-Enjoy the school subjects math, physics and chemistry

-Interest and understanding of technical topics

-Teamwork and reliability

So that we can process your application, please send us the following documents with your application:

• CV
• the last three school reports

Applications from severely disabled people are welcome.

Benefits

• A strong start to your professional life: extensive training and personal support from motivated and experienced colleagues, as well as an introductory week at the beginning of the training.
• Future prospects included: Planned employment after training.
• Learning with tailwind: We offer you various training courses and seminars, such as exam preparation and individual support offers.
• Save smart: Benefit from attractive discounts, special conditions and a wide range of employee benefits such as corporate benefits.
• Stay fit – throughout Germany: With our wide range of health-promoting measures, you can stay active – no matter where you are.
• Support when it matters: With the Fürstenberg Institute you have a confidential external contact at your side - for professional advice and support with private and professional challenges.
• Think about later now: advice and subsidies for company pension schemes.
• Expand skills depending on position: We promote professional development through tailor-made further training offers and a wide range of opportunities for advancement after training.
• You can find further information about the employee benefits that await you at Continental in the long term here. If you would like to find out more about our location, please visit our location pages: Continental / Hannover Stöcken and Hannover corporate headquarters
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging are important to us and make us strong and successful as a company. We offer everyone equal opportunities – regardless of age, gender, nationality, cultural origin, disability, religion, ideology or sexual orientation.
• If this suits you perfectly and you identify with our core values (trust, connection, freedom and winning mentality), we look forward to receiving your application.
• Do you want to step on the gas with us? Get started and apply now!

About the Company

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industrial specialist. The company, founded in 1871, achieved sales of 19.7 billion euros in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000 people in 54 countries and markets.

Tire solutions from the Tires division make mobility safer, smarter and more sustainable. Its premium portfolio includes car, truck, bus, two-wheeler and special tires as well as smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers. Continental has stood for innovative excellence for more than 150 years and is one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world. In the 2025 financial year, the Tires division achieved sales of 13.8 billion euros. Continental employs more than 56,000 people worldwide in its tire division and has 19 production and 16 development locations.

We are ready for you!