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Job Posting Title

Tool and Die Maker

Job Description Summary

Analyzes specifications, lays out material stock, sets up, operates and programs machine tools, and fits and assembles parts to fabricate and repair tools, dies, jigs and fixtures, and gauges machine parts

Job Description

Follows safe operating proceduresMaintain 7S standardsPerforms TPM activities as requiredReview and follows quality, process and operator instructionsPerform quality checks as required and accurately records using Plexus or required methodIdentifies, contains and generates Discrepant Material Report (DMR) for any nonconforming material and forwards to the Material Review Board (MRB)Communicates with co-workers from the previous and following shifts to discuss problems and concernsInsures operation runs at required production rate.  Notifies Team Leader or equivalent when this does not occurAccurately reports production and scrap using Factivity or required methodActively participates in continuous improvement activitiesStudies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate partsComputes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operationsSets up, operates and programs machine tools and inspection equipment and verifies conformance of machined parts to specificationSmooth flat and contoured surfaces to required specifications and fits and assembles parts together and into assemblies and mechanismsVerifies dimensions, alignments and clearancesUses tool plan system to move inventory and release jobsHeat treats tools or partsRetrieve drawings as requiredExamines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of partDevelops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of productMeasures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machiningSelects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on tooling machinesCalculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control mediaStarts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as requiredSets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control dataFits and assembles parts into complete assemblyInstalls machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performanceOperates equipment to cut, braze or solder partsConfers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining and production related problemsCompletes other tasks within job classification as assignedAssists other employees as directed by the Team Leader and / or Supervisor

Required Skills and Education

Education:

High School Diploma or general education degree (GED); One year machinist certificate from college or technical school; or three to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education

Experience

Know what it takes to have a safe workplaceIATF-16949 Quality Systems RequirementsISO-14001 Environmental Management SystemsProblem Solving

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. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, we are Bringing the Future Faster for a safer and more sustainable tomorrow. To learn more, visit AAM.com.

Why Join #TeamAAM:

As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll get to make a difference on day one. From your first day with us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills, and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM…and the world.

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.