Mechanical - Diagnose machine operating problems, bearings, ball-screws, covers, belts, etc. Change out fixtures install on equipment, lubricate and adjust parts, maintain gear boxes and drive trains. Replace heat treat oven components. Detect and repair leaks with air and fluid lines on equipment. Maintain hydraulic systems, interpret mechanical and hydraulic drawings. Replace / rebuild accumulators; air handling units, and phosphate piping, waste treatment plumbing systems. Depressurize equipment prior to changing filters. Disassemble machinery in order to diagnose operating problems and restore to proper working order. Choose proper hand and power tools according to the assigned task.

Electrical - maintaining wiring systems for robots, conveyors, machines, and building lighting; complex control panel troubleshooting, equipment sensors, PLC, cable problems. Use electrical measurement tools such as multi-meters. Troubleshoot and replace electrical motors. Read electrical prints.

Troubleshooting washer heaters, heat exchangers, heat treat ovens, sealing station heating element, electrical cabinet air conditioning systems, cooling towers and chillers, multiline heating elements, building furnace, motor starter heating, welding heat control, laser welder heat exchanger, heating elements on the phosphate line.

Candidates must be able to diagnose problems with equipment that could be a combination of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic. This person must have the flexibility to work any shift and be able to document work in our current work order system, look up parts via machine manual and SAP system. Have a knowledge of how to request replacement parts and/or service through a Purchase Requisition in SAP.

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 are required. At least 2-5 years in a Maintenance Technician role.

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

GKN Driveline provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, pregnancy, or disability.