Job Description

Comply with all company and departmental policies and procedures.

Troubleshoot equipment downtime issues using prints with an emphasis on electrical issues related to wiring, switches, sensors, etc. while providing advanced support to various software packages and controls documents.

Troubleshoot PLC programs, drive and scanner issues as needed for efficient operation of plant machinery, as well as, HMI Interface and graphics applications for more efficient operator interaction.

Control “PG” and laptop devices that are necessary for troubleshooting equipment.

Identify and make recommendations for program actions needed to ensure that major issues are resolved.

Work in partnership with maintenance technicians, machine vendors and GKN manufacturing engineers to assist in development of effective automated PLC control and drive systems to support the production requirements and goals.

Insure that proper equipment shutdown and startup procedures are followed.

Troubleshoot robot issues and reteach/touchup points as needed.

Provide direction and train maintenance personnel in corrective maintenance, proper wiring and installation of electronic equipment.

Assist controls engineers system access, backups and data recovery.

Contact vendor to resolve problems related to controls issues.

Maintain Lockout/Tagout, CPR, First Aid, Confined Space Entry and other safety related certifications.

Endure strict adherence to OSHA, ISO-TS 16949, ISO 14001 and other standards.

Responsible for communicating when there is an issue affecting the Environment, Health, Safety or Quality to his / her respective Manager.

High School Diploma and some maintenance training/courses. AS in controls technology from accredited college or university or Journey Electrician required.
Siemens S7 programming required. 4 years experience in manufacturing environment (preferably in Automated production) in lieu of AS degree or Journeyman Electrician.
At least 2-5 years in a Maintenance Technician role.

GENERAL:
Ability to work as a team member under the direction of maintenance supervisor.
Aptitude to understand logic control (relay & PLC) and how to manipulate the logic to repair problems.
Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distributions, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Determines problem, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
Able to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

About GKN Automotive:

We have been inventing the future for 250 years. A global automotive technology company that pioneered electric drive systems and is now driving the future of transportation. GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture, and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world’s car manufacturers.

What do we offer?

Compensation: Competitive Salary with Bonus Structure

Benefits: Eligible employees may participate in most benefit programs on the first of the month following or coincident with date of hire.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Pre-tax Savings & Spending Accounts (HSAs and FSAs)
• Voluntary Benefits- a variety of options
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match

As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success. We seek people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination, and creativeness in our teams around the world. GKN Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request any such accommodation: careers@gknautomotive.com