Specialist IT

Textron; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron's Kautex plant in Detroit seeks a Specialist IT to lead all IT efforts at the site, train non-IT colleagues on ticket systems and IT solutions, and drive adherence to manufacturing IT standards.

You will collaborate with BP Owners, manage budgets, evaluate technology trends, and ensure security and disaster recovery readiness while maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of IT infrastructure experience.
• Knowledge of shopfloor applications/systems.
• Fluent English in written and spoken form.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT efforts at the plant site and train non-IT personnel on IT solutions.
• Ensure manufacturing and quality IT standards align with global IT organization.
• Act as liaison between IT tower groups and manufacturing operations in the region.
• Optimize applications with process owners and minimize downtime.
• Monitor performance and advise on infrastructure design and monitoring.

Skills

Incident handling

Problem solving

Communication skills

Fluent English

Education

University Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Job description

Job Description - Specialist IT (345551)

Specialist IT (

Job Number:

345551)

Introduction:

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 vehicles 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 offers highly advanced technologies and services worldwide.

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:

• Leads all IT efforts at the plant site. E.g. to train and introduce non-IT personas to the IT solutions used at the site (ticket system, etc.)
• Is responsible for the implementation and enforcement of manufacturing and quality IT standards and alignment with the global Kautex IT organization and processes is guaranteed, and - if applicable - on global solutions to act as a “Strong Supporter” (e.g. EAM, CAQ, SCOTT, I4.0, etc.)
• Acts as liaison between the different IT Tower and rest of IT with reference to the manufacturing operations by Kautex in the region
• Improve and optimize application together with BP Owner
• Execute technology successfully by minimal downtime as well as disruption
• Evaluate and recommend necessary changes in performance tuning, infrastructure design and monitoring
• Be aware of costs within all solutions
• Keeps control over plant IT budgets and make recommendations on all site Capital Authorizations Request (CAR) proposals
• Scout, select and monitor all relevant technology trends for our innovation challenge
• Help to protect the enterprise by ensuring the IT solutions conforms to all governance and security requirements (e.g. patching) including training of non-IT personas
• Supports Business Continuity, including Disaster Recovery planning and testing
• Work closely together with our technology partners

What you'll need to succeed:

• Education - University Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent higher education
• Experience - At least 5 years working experience on IT infrastructure area, server supporting or cloud supporting
• Experience: Knowledge about Shopfloor applications/systems
• Experience: Knowledge about Shopfloor and/or IT applications/systems
• Excellent incident handling and problem-solving skills
• Good communication, customer orienteered, good team player
• Fluent English both in oral and writing

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.