Sr Specialist Industrialization -can be based at any Americas Kautex location

Textron; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron is seeking a Sr Specialist in Industrialization who will be responsible for the execution and optimization of blow molding processes at their Americas locations. This role requires at least 7 years of experience in the automotive industry, specifically with plastic blow molded fuel tanks.

The ideal candidate will manage the sampling process and ensure timely documentation and compliance with safety and quality standards. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to drive results are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in tooling/welding/assembly for plastic blow-molded fuel tanks.
• Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic, and electric systems is essential.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sampling execution and process optimization for blow molding.
• Ensure timely availability of parts according to specifications.
• Document process parameters and sampling results accurately.
• Support the Industrialization Manager in defining objectives and timelines.

Skills

Blow molding optimization

Automotive industry experience

Process documentation

Troubleshooting manufacturing issues

Team training capabilities

Job description

Sr Specialist Industrialization - can be based at any Americas Kautex location

Description

• Be responsible for the sampling execution and optimization of blow molding, post-cooling, welding and any other process to meet the CAR assumptions and participate in the full trial run in the assigned sampling location.
• Interpretation of test results and introduction of the necessary actions and modifications as required to ensure that all necessary parts for samplings for the customer are available in spec and on time
• Support the Industrialization Manager in defining appropriate sampling objectives, schedules and milestones
• Escalate potential issues and roadblocks as early as possible to the Industrialization Manager and/or Sr Manager, Process - Americas
• Ensure proper documentation of process parameter and sampling results (e.g. process book) for the Americas region.
• Prepare and participate in tooling and equipment kick-offs, sign-offs, and after action reviews per standard process and procedures.
• Evaluate, debug, and implement solutions to manufacturing issues as requested by other cross-functional work teams in the Americas
• Ensure all blow molding processes in the plants are set up according to processing standards and basics.
• Promote the observation and improvement of all safety, quality, and corporate standards and procedures
• Assist in the training of Process Specialist or Technician in the Americas.

Qualifications

• Min. 7 years’ experience in tooling/welding/assembly process of plastic blow molded fuel tanks
• Advanced blow molding processing experience necessary (ability to process first sampling of projects in development)
• Min. 7 years’ experience in automotive industry and in a plastics manufacturing
• Experience with pneumatic, hydraulic and electric systems
• Fluent English skills written and spoken
• Business Insights
• Drives results
• Manages ambiguity
• Interpersonal savvy
• Values Differences
• Develops Talent
• Drives Vision & Purpose

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.