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CNC Setup Technician

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
Fort Wayne, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 9/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/24/2026

Job Posting Title

CNC Setup Technician

Job Description Summary

Responsible for CNC Lathe machine troubleshooting, updating tool paths and completing set ups/change overs for machines on 3rd Shift.

Job Description:

  • Recognize tool paths by interpreting the program (G and M codes)
  • Machine set-ups and changeovers
  • Ability to train associates on machining standards
  • Troubleshoot daily production problems through root cause analysis techniques as they occur
  • Participate in continuous improvement processes
  • Maintains safety and good housekeeping standards

Required Skills and Education

  • 1 to 3 years of experience in high volume precision machining environment
  • General understanding of manufacturing processes and detailed knowledge of CNC lathe tooling/programming
  • High school diploma or equivalent experience required
  • Knowledge of Hard Turning, Green Turning, Milling, Broaching and Part Finishing machining processes
  • Knowledge to teach robot and gantry pickup points
  • Knowledge of Nachi robot controls

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.


Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
AAM will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.

 

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