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press operator

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
Columbus, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/7/2026

Job Posting Title

press operator

Job Description Summary

The Forge Press Operator is responsible of ensuring that the forging unit is functioning as called out on Standardized Work, Control Plan, and other plant processes. Other responsibilities include quality of the product, ensuring safe operations of the equipment and associated personnel.

Job Description:

1. Timeliness on the floor

2. Operating forge press and/or trim press

3. Repair of forging tongs as needed

4. Forge/trim cassette removal/installation as needed

5. Clean as you go mentality

6. Minor maintenance on die spray equipment/air blow off

Required Skills and Education

Ability to stand for 10 hours and manipulate the parts through the process. Parts could be up to 20 pounds.

About AAM:

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we're Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com.

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. 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. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

 

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