Full-Time
Water Systems Operator
Updated on 9/3/2026
BENTELER
5,001-10,000 employees
Global metal processing for automotive components
No salary listed
Shreveport, LA, USA
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- A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
- A post-secondary diploma or degree in a technical field is preferred.
- Two years of experience in maintenance activities is preferred.
- Previous experience with water systems, pumps, human-machine interfaces, pneumatics, hydraulics, reporting, and communicating downtime, outage, and breakdown activities is preferred.
- Seamless pipe mill experience is preferred.
- Ability to organize and explain complex data clearly.
- Experience with rigging, hydraulics, pneumatics, pipefitting, equipment removal and installation, and in-house equipment rebuilds.
- SAP and general computer knowledge are preferred.
- Ability to operate lifts and cranes for maintenance activities in water-systems areas.
- Knowledge of water-treatment processes and chemicals.
- Assist in developing and implementing work procedures, preventive-maintenance programs, and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Participate in plant 5S, Lean manufacturing, and continuous-improvement activities in the water-systems department.
- Perform preventive maintenance on water systems.
- Maintain water-system utilities to ensure equipment efficiency.
- Coordinate effective equipment repairs and maintenance using SAP.
- Coordinate major water-systems maintenance activities with mill-maintenance and electrical teams.
- Communicate utility-supply outages to shift-maintenance and operations personnel.
- Follow applicable rules, policies, and expectations.
- A post-secondary diploma or degree in a technical field.
- At least two years of maintenance experience.
- Previous experience with water systems, pumps, human-machine interfaces, pneumatics, hydraulics, reporting, and downtime, outage, and breakdown communications.
- Seamless pipe mill experience.
- SAP and general computer knowledge.
BENTELER designs, manufactures, and distributes safety-related automotive components and modules, tailor-made steel tubes, and solutions for energy, mechanical engineering, and autonomous mobility. Its products are developed and produced in its own facilities and sold through a global network as integrated parts and systems across four divisions: Automotive Components, Automotive Modules, Steel/Tube, and HOLON. The company differentiates itself by its long history (since 1876), large global footprint with about 20,000 employees at roughly 90 locations, and its structure that spans both components and modules as well as specialized steel tubes and mobility solutions. Its goal is to deliver dependable service and complete solutions worldwide while growing revenue, guided by values of courage, ambition, and respect.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
Debt Financing
Total Funding
$661.1M
Headquarters
Salzburg, Austria
Founded
1876
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- March 2026 revenue reached €8.046 billion, with operating profit rising to €641 million.
- Benteler refinanced with a €600 million bond and €1.4 billion facility in 2025.
- India and China expansions add capacity, localization, and export reach across 2026.
What critics are saying
- Benteler cut 255 Bottrop jobs in November 2025, signaling structural overcapacity.
- Schwandorf lost roughly 80 jobs in January 2026; more German rationalization follows.
- Autonomous mobility revenue depends on municipal procurement; HOLON, ioki, and Benteler can miss adoption deadlines.
What makes BENTELER unique
- 2026 ioki acquisition makes Benteler Europe’s only vehicle-software-operations autonomous mobility stack.
- Benteler’s China joint ventures with SHAC and BHAP deepen OEM access and localization.
- Benteler combines metal processing, HOLON shuttles, and financing through BENTELER Trading International.
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Benteler, Shanghai Huizhong deepen strategic partnership amid industry transformation. Monika From Gasgoo | May 21, 2026 15:26 BJT Gasgoo Munich- On May 18, Benteler and Shanghai Huizhong signed a memorandum of understanding at Benteler's Asia-Pacific headquarters in Shanghai to further expand their long-standing strategic partnership. Image source: Benteler The agreement builds on more than two decades of cooperation between the two companies and comes as China's automotive industry undergoes rapid technological transformation, accelerated electrification, and increasing global expansion. Both parties said they aim to strengthen the competitiveness of their joint venture through deeper resource integration and closer technological collaboration. The origins of the partnership date back to the early 2000s, when China's automotive market was entering a period of rapid growth while Benteler was accelerating its global expansion strategy. Mr. Hubertus Benteler personally traveled to China to participate in the project planning, negotiations, and preparation work for the joint venture. The two sides formally signed their joint-venture agreement in 2001, followed by the establishment of Shanghai Benteler Huizhong Automotive Parts Co., Ltd. in January 2002. As Benteler's first manufacturing operation in the Asia-Pacific region, the joint venture played a central role in the company's regional expansion strategy. Benteler contributed advanced European engineering and manufacturing expertise, while Shanghai Huizhong leveraged its domestic supply-chain and market resources to support customers including and other automotive manufacturers. Over the past 25 years, the company has expanded its product portfolio from chassis components to hot-formed body structures and lightweight solutions for electric vehicles, while continuously upgrading its manufacturing capabilities. The venture not only laid the foundation for Benteler's long-term development in Asia-Pacific, but also became one of the company's earliest and most influential joint-venture models in China. Image source: Benteler In 2017, the companies established the Wuhan branch of Benteler Huizhong, further expanding operations into central China. The facility later produced Benteler Asia-Pacific's first aluminum subframe, marking another milestone in the partnership's technology development efforts. The companies said the decision to deepen cooperation reflects broader shifts reshaping China's automotive market, including the rising market share of domestic brands, rapid advances in electrification and intelligent vehicle technologies, and the growing international expansion of Chinese automakers and suppliers. Against this backdrop, Benteler and Shanghai Huizhong believe stronger collaboration and complementary resource sharing will help reinforce the joint venture's long-term competitiveness. Looking ahead, the two companies plan to further optimize manufacturing resource allocation, strengthen value-chain coordination, and improve operational efficiency while continuing to invest in product innovation and advanced automotive technologies. In addition to expanding their presence within China, Benteler and Shanghai Huizhong said they intend to accelerate overseas market development by leveraging Benteler's established global business network, supporting broader international growth ambitions for the joint venture. Gasgoo not only offers timely news and profound insight about China auto industry, but also help with business connection and expansion for suppliers and purchasers via multiple channels and methods. Buyer service: [email protected] Seller Service: [email protected]
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Horizon Industrial Parks strengthens partnership with BENTELER Automotive through manufacturing facility. The newly leased facility will support BENTELER's in-house production of tubes for torsion beams, a capability previously dependent entirely on imports. Horizon Industrial Parks announced the expansion of its collaboration with BENTELER Automotive India, with the global automotive components manufacturer leasing a new ~1.36 lakh sq. ft. manufacturing facility at Horizon Industrial Park Chakan II. This addition builds upon BENTELER's existing ~1.28 lakh sq. ft. facility, operational since October 2021, further solidifying Horizon's position as a trusted infrastructure partner for advanced manufacturing companies. The newly leased facility will support BENTELER's in-house production of tubes for torsion beams, a capability previously dependent entirely on imports. These tubes will then undergo further processing at BENTELER's current plant within the park to manufacture rear axle beams. The new operations will enhance localisation, reduce import reliance, and improve supply-chain agility for BENTELER. A Testament to Horizon's Quality, Agility and Customer-Centricity BENTELER's decision to expand within Horizon Industrial Park Chakan II reflects the strong relationship built over years of consistent delivery, robust infrastructure, and responsive support. Horizon has previously delivered BENTELER's built-to-suit facility with high-performance features including energy-efficient materials, insulated roofing and walls, overhead crane readiness, and provisions for solar power, creating a resilient and scalable base for automotive component manufacturing. Urvish Rambhia, CEO, Horizon Industrial Parks said, "Horizon Industrial Park, Chakan II, an IGBC Platinum Certified asset, is strategically located in Chakan's MIDC Phase 2 with future-ready infrastructure. The strategic location of the park within a major automobile and manufacturing hub, along with its with efficient layouts, renewable energy integration and high safety standards, make it an excellent base for businesses expanding in this region". BENTELER Automotive India has acknowledged Horizon's commitment to delivering future-ready, sustainable industrial ecosystems supported by high-quality project execution. For the new facility, Horizon has supported BENTELER with tenant-specific infrastructure improvements, including customised loading/unloading docks to ease inventory movement and logistics. This collaborative approach underlines the strength of the partnership. "Horizon Industrial Park Chakan II has provided an environment that aligns with our values of safety, sustainability and operational excellence. The team's proactive approach and timely responsiveness have played a major role in our decision to expand within the park. We value this partnership and look forward to continued collaboration with Horizon." said Mukund Gangane, MD, BENTELER Automotive India.
BENTELER has acquired ioki, a Deutsche Bahn company, creating Europe's first full-service provider for autonomous mobility. The newly formed group will offer autonomous vehicles, operational services and software-based mobility solutions from a single source. The integrated approach aims to simplify the deployment and operation of autonomous fleets for cities and transport operators across Europe. The acquisition combines BENTELER's autonomous vehicle capabilities with ioki's mobility software platform and operational expertise. The deal creates new growth opportunities for all companies involved as they work to accelerate Europe's mobility transition with locally developed solutions.