Manufacturing Tech Liaison I (MTL) - Night Shift
International Motors · San Antonio, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at International Motors (automotive) in San Antonio, TX. Collects, documents, and maintains information necessary to establish and sustain clean points within the production line.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- 5S, Root cause, EHS / safety
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 80 live postings that list pay, out of 1162 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 87 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 3+)
Typical $85k–$105k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 53%
- Tooling 42%
- Machining 30%
- CNC 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for New product launch, EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
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This plant: International Motors in San Antonio
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Full description from International MotorsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
Works within the Production & Logistics (P&L) Way, reads follows, and identifies improvements for verbal and standard written work instructions (SWI), position standards, and standard operating procedures. Demonstrates role model level P&L Way attitudes & behaviors, core values, and excellent attendance. Practices safe work behavior, including the utilization of proper safety equipment and adherence to safety guidelines. Identifies and corrects or escalates potentially unsafe situations/conditions. Complies with all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) requirements; reports hazards, environmental risks, and incidents, uses required PPE; operates equipment safety, and helps maintain a safe and environmentally responsible workplace. Role model of the 100% mindset and takes full ownership and responsibility of position/station. Understands impact of work to outcomes and production interdependencies. Demonstrates advanced level proficiency in the department’s core processes, with the ability to independently execute standard workflows and identify routine issues, escalating more complex problems as needed. Meets the required competency or certification standards for workstations, areas and processes per the department skills matrix. Executes standard work within takt and demonstrates proper Andon utilization, exhibiting the courage to speak up, identify deviations, and initiate communication without hesitation. Exhibits the “Right from me” behavior. Active participant to continuous improvement efforts and problem-solving methods, updates standard work. instructions. Identifies improvements as needed. Collaborates with engineering on new solutions and new product introductions. Maintains strong safety, normal situation, 5S standards, good organization of workspace, and housekeeping. Performs routine inspections on products, processes, and materials to ensure work output meets product specifications. Can explain issues and targets on the RTM board and take responsibility for countermeasures and actions. Keeps Team Lead and Supervisor informed of any issues or challenges. Effectively contribute with ideas across functions to enable collaboration Assists Team Lead and Supervisor in deviation escalations and technical problem solving. Actively mentors, trains and develops other team members. Communicates production, quality, and operational concerns through Real Time Management (RTM) meetings, pulse meetings, and quality gate processes. Collects, documents, and maintains information necessary to establish and sustain clean points within the production line. Receives and documents assembly deviations, completes containment activities, and supports the development and implementation of corrective actions. Utilizes problem-solving tools and root cause analysis methods to assist in resolving production and quality issues in partnership with leadership and engineering teams. Maintains accurate documentation and communicates the status of deviations, containment actions, and corrective measures to appropriate stakeholders. Other duties as assigned Minimum
Requirements
At least 2 years of experience in materials, warehouse or inventory control OR At least 2 years of manufacturing / production experience OR Successful Completion of the International STX P&L Office Rotation Program Additional
Requirements
Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status) Physical
Requirements
(Ability to do the following up to 10 hours per shift): Walk, stand, sit, bend, twist/turn, kneel, squat, crawl Climb using both legs and arms Head/neck movement Reach outward or above the shoulder Lift, carry, push, or pull 15-45 pounds Repetitive use of hands and fingers Use of vibrating tools Depth perception required Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of color Exposure to constant and intermittent noise, fumes, smoke and g
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Position Overview Join International and Help Build the Future of Transportation The International San Antonio Manufacturing Plant (STX) is a leading commercial vehicle manufacturing facility, producing Class 6–8 trucks and electric vehicles through advanced manufacturing and connected technologies. We are looking for dedicated employees who share our values of Customer First, Team Spirit, Respect, Responsibility, and Eliminating Waste. Frontline employees play an important role in delivering safe, high-quality products to our customers each day. International offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, training, and growth opportunities to support employees at every stage of their career. As International Motors continues to grow in San Antonio, we are preparing to expand our production operations with the introduction of a second production shift. This position will initially begin on first shift, Monday through Thursday from 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM, to complete training and onboarding before transitioning to the assigned second-shift schedule upon launch in 2027. The Manufacturing Tech Liaison 1 (MTL) – Night Shift is responsible for supporting operations in the manufacturing of trucks by facilitating such activities as supporting root causes for defects, taking corrective action, and ensuring preventive measures are taken to eliminate quality related defects in the final product. Work Schedule and Shift Transition Second-shift schedule: Monday through Thursday, 5:30 PM to 4:00 AM. This position supports a manufacturing environment and requires flexibility to meet operational needs, including production recovery days, overtime, and occasional Friday or weekend coverage as needed. Schedules, start times, and transition timing may vary based on business needs. Shift differential: 10% differential upon transitioning to second shift.
