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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 procedures
• Maintain 7S standards
• Performs TPM activities as required
• Review and follows quality, process and operator instructions
• Perform quality checks as required and accurately records using Plexus or required method
• Identifies, 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 concerns
• Insures operation runs at required production rate.  Notifies Team Leader or equivalent when this does not occur
• Accurately reports production and scrap using Factivity or required method
• Actively participates in continuous improvement activities
• Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions, and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts
• Computes dimensions, plans layout, and determines assembly method and sequence of operations
• Sets up, operates and programs machine tools and inspection equipment and verifies conformance of machined parts to specification
• Smooth flat and contoured surfaces to required specifications and fits and assembles parts together and into assemblies and mechanisms
• Verifies dimensions, alignments and clearances
• Uses tool plan system to move inventory and release jobs
• Heat treats tools or parts
• Retrieve drawings as required
• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, and jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part
• Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for subsequent machining
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on tooling machines
• Calculates 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 media
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
• Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
• Fits and assembles parts into complete assembly
• Installs machined replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance
• Operates equipment to cut, braze or solder parts
• Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining and production related problems
• Completes other tasks within job classification as assigned
• Assists 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 workplace
• IATF-16949 Quality Systems Requirements
• ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems
• Problem 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.