GKN Automotive
PLC Controls Maintenance Specialist
GKN Automotive, Mebane, North Carolina, United States, 27302
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Build Reliability Into Every Cycle In Mebane, NC, our manufacturing team is united by a simple idea: better automation builds better products. We thrive on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement—leveraging advanced industrial automation to deliver exceptional quality.
Role Snapshot As a PLC Controls Maintenance Specialist, you’ll be the go‑to expert for keeping automated equipment running at peak performance. You’ll troubleshoot PLCs, resolve electrical and mechanical issues, and execute preventive maintenance that prevents the next failure before it happens.
What You’ll Do
Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled systems, electrical components, and mechanical assemblies.
Maintain and improve industrial automation equipment to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
Develop, schedule, and perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
Apply PLC programming knowledge to make thoughtful system adjustments within established standards.
Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems to stabilize and optimize machine performance.
Partner with production to meet daily targets and advance continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
Required: Strong PLC troubleshooting capability; proficiency in electrical and mechanical diagnostics; hands‑on experience maintaining automated equipment; a proven ability to design and implement preventive maintenance plans.
Preferred: Prior manufacturing experience; familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics; experience with PLC programming and fine‑tuning; demonstrated cross‑functional collaboration.
How We Work We value clear communication, disciplined maintenance practices, and a team-first mindset. If you enjoy fast‑paced environments where your decisions improve safety, quality, and throughput, you’ll find a home here.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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PLC Controls Maintenance Specialist
role at
GKN Automotive
Build Reliability Into Every Cycle In Mebane, NC, our manufacturing team is united by a simple idea: better automation builds better products. We thrive on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement—leveraging advanced industrial automation to deliver exceptional quality.
Role Snapshot As a PLC Controls Maintenance Specialist, you’ll be the go‑to expert for keeping automated equipment running at peak performance. You’ll troubleshoot PLCs, resolve electrical and mechanical issues, and execute preventive maintenance that prevents the next failure before it happens.
What You’ll Do
Troubleshoot and repair PLC-controlled systems, electrical components, and mechanical assemblies.
Maintain and improve industrial automation equipment to ensure smooth, efficient operations.
Develop, schedule, and perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend asset life.
Apply PLC programming knowledge to make thoughtful system adjustments within established standards.
Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems to stabilize and optimize machine performance.
Partner with production to meet daily targets and advance continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
Required: Strong PLC troubleshooting capability; proficiency in electrical and mechanical diagnostics; hands‑on experience maintaining automated equipment; a proven ability to design and implement preventive maintenance plans.
Preferred: Prior manufacturing experience; familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics; experience with PLC programming and fine‑tuning; demonstrated cross‑functional collaboration.
How We Work We value clear communication, disciplined maintenance practices, and a team-first mindset. If you enjoy fast‑paced environments where your decisions improve safety, quality, and throughput, you’ll find a home here.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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Mebane, NC .
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