Who We Are
At Kautex, we are driving the future. As a Tier One automotive supplier with more than 30 plants in 13 countries, Kautex designs, develops and manufactures traditional and hybrid fuel systems, advanced cleaning solutions for assisted and autonomous driving, engine camshafts and plastic industrial packaging solutions. A leader in the design and manufacture of automotive plastic fuel systems, Kautex is pioneering solutions for the era of new mobility by expanding its portfolio to offer thermoplastic composite and composite-metal hybrid battery enclosures and underbody protection.
First to Market
From the first blow-mold machine in 1949 to our latest full plastic hybrid tank, we have maintained a “first to market” trend with regards to our products and innovation. We've proven ourselves as the leader in the conversion of steel to plastic and continue to do so with our Pentatonic Battery Portfolio. Our Allegro Cleaning System offers smart, customized sensor cleaning for every level of autonomous vehicle in the era of new mobility.
Our employees are part of a global community committed to solving customer needs, leveraging broad skill sets, making sustainability a differentiator, and creating an environment where employees can build a dynamic career. Together, we are reimagining the future of mobility.
It's not often a company has the opportunity to reinvent itself - and yet Kautex is doing just that. There has never been a more exciting time to work here, to watch the development of new products unfold before your eyes, and to realize the positive impact you can have on the company and the industry.
Kim Daniels
Director HR Americas
our vision
We pride ourselves on our agility, innovation, and collaborative spirit, continually seeking new opportunities to enhance our products and processes. With a forward-thinking mindset and a dedication to research and development, we actively anticipate and adapt to emerging trends, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of change. Our customer-centric approach guides us as we navigate the evolving landscape, always striving to exceed expectations while embracing new technologies, materials, and practices.
our values
Our core values serve as the guiding principles that define our culture, identity, and behavior, shaping how we operate internally and interact with external stakeholders. By articulating and upholding these values, we demonstrate our commitment to transparency, integrity, and accountability, fostering trust and alignment with customers, partners, and employees alike.
- accountability: we make educated decisions, take ownership of actions and results and learn from our failures. We prioritize Kautex’s overall success and that of our customers over that of our team or our personal agendas. We are committed to Kautex’s vision and values. We are all responsible to drive the future of the company.
- collaboration: we work together to build and deliver solutions that benefit our customers and achieve the desired results for Kautex. One Team, One Kautex.
- curiosity: we are constantly learning and foster an entrepreneurial spirit. We are inquisitive and willing to make decisions in times of change. We are open to new experiences and are never too experienced to learn. Our leaders prioritize employee development and employees own their career journey.
- integrity: we have strong ethical standards and take pride in our work. We are transparent with our teams, lead by example and show consistency between our words and actions.
- authenticity: we drive equal opportunities in our business, our customers and the communities in which we live. We encourage others to be unapologetically themselves while respecting other points of view.
our history
First to Market Since 1935
Founded in 1935, today, we are a leading manufacturer of blow-molded plastic parts and are one of the top automotive suppliers worldwide.
Corporate Governance & Responsibility
As a global company, we focus on global challenges and local events. We cannot forget the importance of ethical integrity and compliance to local, regional, national, and international regulations.