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Job ID JREQ-219549 Date posted 01/09/2026

Job Posting Title

Die Setter

Job Description Summary

Are you a knowledgeable and experienced Die Setter, familiar with various types and sizes of presses? Do you want join the fastest growing powdered metal plant in the area?

If this sounds like you, AAM-Ridgway is looking for you! We currently have an opening for 2nd shift. We offer competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, commitment to technological advances in manufacturing, and a clean and safe work environment.

We prioritize safety, quality and productivity with a strong focus on a safe environment. Our success is driven by your success, AAM-Ridgway maintains an environment where associates can openly provide suggestions and ideas to improve the process and participate in the solutions that make us better.

If you want to join a team that is experiencing significant growth, increased stability, and a drive the manufacturing process to the future, join AAM-Ridgway.

Job Description:

Understands and supports AAM's safety programs.

Provides support to manufacturing by participating in problem solving and continuous improvement projects to improve quality and reduce scrap.

May initiate quality alerts to communicate changes in control plans, process instructions, or acceptance standards.

Functional understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Coordinates prototype, tool layout, and PPAP activities, and ensures customer requirements are secure.

Processes FMEA, in conjunction with the Engineering Control Plans/Reaction Plans, Process Sheets, Work Instructions, Standardized Work, and JSA’s to ensure quality.

Monitors on-going product quality and processing by maintaining daily contact with manufacturing.

Thorough understanding of the following:

  • Press functions (set up, operation, maintenance, etc.).

  • Mix changes, cleaning, cut ups and weight adjustments.

  • Internal/external customer

Start up, shut down, monitors and adjusts delube process according to Control Plan.

Provides support and training to facilitate a safe manufacturing environment.

Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Education

High School Diploma or GED

5+ years experience preferred but not required.

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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    • Annual physicals
    • Preventative Screenings and Immunizations
    • Diabetes and Hypertension
    • Prevention and Management
    • Tobacco Coaching
    • Fertility Benefits
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    Emotional Well-Being

    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Behavioral Health Network (in-person, virtual/digital)
    • Stress Management and Mediation Programs
    • Parental Leave Policy
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    Financial Well-Being

    • Retirement Readiness
    • Debt Management
    • Financial Education and Planning
    • Lifestyle Account
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    Social Well-Being

    • Associate Appreciation Events
    • Lunch with Leaders

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