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Maintenance Technician

GKN Automotive

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Alamance, NC
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

Role Purpose

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining industrial automation systems to ensure efficient, reliable, and safe manufacturing operations. Your expertise will keep production running smoothly across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and repair PLC systems, identifying and resolving issues quickly
  • Perform electrical and mechanical diagnostics on equipment
  • Maintain and optimize industrial automation systems
  • Create and execute preventive maintenance plans to reduce machine downtime
  • Diagnose and repair hydraulic systems
  • Use PLC programming knowledge to adjust and improve machine performance
  • Collaborate with production teams to meet manufacturing goals

What You Need to Succeed

  • Strong experience in PLC troubleshooting and programming
  • Solid background in electrical and mechanical troubleshooting
  • Proven ability to create and implement preventive maintenance schedules
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment

Machine & Technologies You'll work With

  • Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC): Allen Bradley, Siemens, Fanuc
  • Servo Motors
  • Industrial Robots: Fanuc, Yaskawa Motoman

What We Offer

  • Competitive wages
  • Career development opportunities – grow your technical career with global pathways
  • Stable shift patterns and weekend rotation
  • Access to emerging and innovative technologies
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Gym reimbursement & car purchase discounts
  • Exclusive discounts across electronics, wellness, travel, entertainment, automotive, and more
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including:
    • Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
    • Employer‑paid Life & AD&D Insurance
    • Pre‑tax HSA & FSA accounts
    • 401(k) with employer match

Bring your technical expertise. Build your future.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your maintenance career and work with cutting‑edge automation technologies, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of GKN Automotive — where innovation meets opportunity.