Maintenance Technician

Kautex Textron; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kautex Textron is seeking a maintenance technician in Detroit, MI to inspect, test, and troubleshoot plant equipment on the automotive manufacturing floor. The role emphasizes safety, precision, and proactive problem solving on a fast-paced line.

Responsibilities include working with pneumatics, hydraulics, robotics, and PLC-controlled systems, following Lockout/Tagout procedures, and coordinating with production, engineering, and quality teams to keep lines running smoothly and safely.

Qualifications

• Technical training demonstrated by certificates, degrees or journeyman card preferred.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools and meters for maintenance tasks.
• Ability to pass mechanical aptitude and practical tests.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, and troubleshoot plant equipment with preventive and predictive maintenance.
• Work with pneumatics, hydraulics, and robotics with minimal supervision.
• Troubleshoot PLC-controlled equipment (Siemens) and drive safe machine recovery.
• Follow LOTO and PPE requirements; ensure safe, clean, and compliant work.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and maintenance to improve uptime.
• Perform repairs, installations, and modifications while upholding plant standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical schematic reading

Safety-focused

Education

Technical training certificates or Journeyman's card

Tools

Siemens PLC

Electrical prints & wiring diagrams

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Kautex is a global company with over 30 plants in 13 countries. As a leading Tier One automotive supplier, we are a pioneer in the design and manufacturing of plastic fuel systems and beyond. From battery enclosures for use in hybrid and full battery electric vehicle applications to autonomous cleaning systems, we are advancing solutions for the era of new mobility. Our portfolio also covers high-quality industrial packaging and cast camshafts. Embracing the transformative venture, Kautex is part of a network of global businesses, offering some of the most advanced technologies and services the world has ever seen.

We foster career growth, drive groundbreaking talent programs, and champion equal opportunities and sustainability in our business practices and products. By working together as one team and supporting one another, amazing things happen. We push the boundaries of what’s possible, soar to new heights and reach for the extraordinary, being recognized by prestigious awards such as Fair Company, Great place to work (Silao), MINT minded company, or Ecovadis Platinum. We look forward to getting to know you and sharing more about our values and local benefits.

What Awaits You:

• Inspects, tests and troubleshoots plant equipment. Perform continuous preventive and predictive maintenance on machinery
• Has a full understanding of pneumatics, hydraulics, and robotics and requires little to no supervision
• Troubleshoots electrical systems using electrical prints, wiring diagrams, schematics, and control panel layouts to identify root cause and restore equipment operation
• Safely conducts all work activities and ensures Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and PPE initiatives, procedures, and requirements are properly followed before performing maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, or equipment interventions
• Troubleshoots PLC-controlled equipment using Siemens PLC hardware, software diagnostics, input/output status, fault codes, and ladder logic to support safe and efficient machine recovery
• Supports continuous improvement activities on assembly lines by identifying equipment, process, and workmanship opportunities that improve safety, quality, uptime, and efficiency
• Performs repairs, installations, adjustments, and modifications with a proper workmanship mindset, ensuring work is completed cleanly, correctly, safely, and to established plant standards
• Collaborates with production, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to implement assembly line improvements, reduce recurring downtime, and support standardized work practices

What you'll need to succeed:

• Technical training as evidenced by certificates, technical degrees or a skilled trades Journeyman’s card preferred
• Must be able to use all types of precision measuring tools and meters to perform duties as needed
• Must be able to pass mechanical aptitude and practical test
• Occasionally lifts 50 pounds and frequently carry up to 30 pounds
• Maneuvers in, around, under, and about factory equipment on a regular and continuous basis
• Majority of work time is spent standing, walking, lifting and bending
• Works within an automotive manufacturing environment and may be exposed to heat, cold, wet and fumes/chemicals
• Must be able to work weekends and overtime
• Must be able to safely operate and/or use manlifts, scissor lifts, and forklifts as required to perform maintenance

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.