What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool and Die Maker position at American Axle & Mfg., Inc.?
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Tool and Die MakerJob Description Summary
Plan, layout and perform all bench and machine operations to construct. Alter and repair intricately designed and constructed tools, dies, fixtures, gauges, machine attachments and mechanisms.Job Description:
Layout work and plan machining and bench procedures.
Perform machining operations requiring setups of tooling and machines to accurately perform various machining operations.
Perform bench and assembly operations to fit, align, adjust, assemble and finish work.
Create standard work process/procedure
Establish inspection methods to ensure process conformance
Perform precision machining using CNC and manual equipment.
Produce quality product by reading process sheets, routings and part drawings, inspecting work using designated inspection equipment, performing mathematical calculations.
Perform material handling duties required to load/unload jobs in machine tool.
Consistently demonstrate a high degree of skill and extensive knowledge of tooling practices and applications; set up, adjust, and operate machine shop equipment
Ability to perform difficult/technical calculations with decimals and fractions, use and interpret a wide variety of precision measuring instruments and exacting measurements, work from complicated drawings and specifications
Accountable for quality workmanship and dimensional accuracy of assigned work in accordance with established procedures and standards; properly trained and informed personnel.
Strong inter-personal skills needed to effectively support others in performing their duties and responsibilities.
Ability to organize workflow and set priorities in accordance with established procedures and daily instructions
Required Skills and Education
Previous tool & die experience.
Demonstrated experience making visual, dimensional, electrical, or mechanical tests of materials, processes, assemblies, or sub-assemblies.
Demonstrated experience using a variety of precision measuring instruments and test equipment.
Strong computer skills.
Knowledge of tool manufacturing processes, tool setting processes and ability to use and a variety of technical instruments and devices.
Ability to read drawings and prints
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.