Maintenance Technician II (Controls)

Textron Inc.; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Inc. through its Kautex operation invites applications for a Maintenance Technician II (Controls) at our Detroit area plant.

You will inspect, test, and troubleshoot plant equipment, focusing on pneumatic, hydraulic, and robotic systems while maintaining high safety and quality standards. This role requires PLC troubleshooting and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve uptime and process reliability.

Qualifications

• Technical training evidenced by certificates, technical degrees or a Journeyman’s card preferred.
• Must be able to pass mechanical aptitude and practical test.
• Occasionally lifts 50 pounds and frequently carries 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, 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.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, tests and troubleshoots plant equipment. Perform continuous preventive and predictive maintenance on machinery.
• 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.

Skills

Technical training

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Journeyman’s card

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Maintenance Technician II (Controls)

Job Number: 345092

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

Qualifications

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.

Recruiting Company: Kautex

Primary Location: US-Michigan-Detroit

Job Field: Manufacturing

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Third Shift

Travel: No

Job Posting: 09/17/2026, 12:05:24 PM