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Operator

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
Detroit, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026

Job Posting Title

Operator

Job Description Summary

Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment and processes to produce high-quality metal components according to specifications and production schedules.

Job Description:

Job Summary:**

Operate and monitor manufacturing equipment and processes to produce high-quality metal components according to specifications and production schedules.

Job Responsibilities:**

* Set up, operate, and monitor various production machinery, including presses, furnaces, and finishing equipment.
* Load raw materials into machinery and unload finished products.
* Perform routine quality checks on parts using measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers) to ensure adherence to specifications.
* Identify and report any equipment malfunctions, production issues, or quality deviations to supervisors.
* Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to 5S principles.
* Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
* Complete production records and documentation accurately.
* Collaborate with team members to achieve production goals and continuous improvement.
* Perform minor machine adjustments and basic troubleshooting as required.

Job Qualifications:**

* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment, preferably with machine operation.
* Ability to read and understand technical drawings, work instructions, and safety manuals.
* Basic math skills and ability to use measuring tools.
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Physical dexterity and ability to lift and move materials as required.
* Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
* Knowledge of safety procedures in a manufacturing setting.Opw

Required Skills and Education

High school or technical career


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.



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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