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Sr Specialist Industrialization -can be based at any USA, Mexico or Canada Kautex location

Textron (Kautex) · Avilla, INtoday

Optimize blow molding, post-cooling and welding processes for plastic fuel tank sampling and trials

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Why it is interesting. Own first-sampling and process optimization for blow molded fuel tanks across Americas plants

Might not be for you. Requires 7+ years of specific blow molding fuel tank experience — narrow senior specialization

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist Senior hires only

Adjacent materials roleAdvanced blow molding processing experience necessary; 7 yrs in tooling/welding/assembly process of plastic blow molded fuel tanks

Seniority
Senior
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Experience
7+ yrs
Industry
Automotive
Role
Process Engineering

Role details

Sr Specialist Industrialization -can be based at any USA, Mexico or Canada Kautex location

Description

What awaits you

  • 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

What you’ll need to succeed

  • 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.

Recruiting Company: Kautex Primary Location: US-Indiana-Avilla Job Function: Manufacturing Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Standard Shift: First Shift Job Posting: 07/20/2026, 6:12:56 AM Job Number: 343632

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Where is the Sr Specialist Industrialization -can be based at any USA, Mexico or Canada Kautex location role at Textron (Kautex) based?

This role is based in Avilla, IN.

What degree is required for the Sr Specialist Industrialization -can be based at any USA, Mexico or Canada Kautex location role at Textron (Kautex)?

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How many years of experience does this Sr Specialist Industrialization -can be based at any USA, Mexico or Canada Kautex location role require?

The posting calls for at least 7 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Sr Specialist Industrialization -can be based at any USA, Mexico or Canada Kautex location role work with?

Plastics.