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Job Posting Title

Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description Summary

Fabricates, installs, and repairs machinery and equipment in industrial establishment by performing the following duties

Job Description

• Follows safe operating procedures
• Maintain 7S standards
• Performs PM activities as the need arises
• Communicates with co-workers from the previous and following shifts to discuss problems and concerns
• Actively participates in continuous improvement activities
• Reads blueprints and schematic drawings to resolve work procedures
• Operates lathe to grind, file, and turn machine parts to dimensional specifications.
• Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment
• Orders supplies with purchase requisition according to work order assigned through Team Leader
• Closes out work orders upon completion
• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
• Examines form and texture of mechanical parts to detect imperfections
• Inspects used mechanical parts to resolve changes in dimensional requirements
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments
• Repairs and replaces defective mechanical parts.  Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.  Lubricates and cleans parts.
• Starts devices to test their performance
• Records maintenance actions performed in computerized maintenance system
• Completes other tasks within job classification as assigned by Team Leader
• Assist other associates as directed by the Team Leader and / or Supervisor

Required Skills and Education

Education:

Associate Degree in Mechanical-related field or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or two years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Know what it takes to have a safe workplace
• TS-16949 Quality Systems Requirements
• ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems
• Problem Solving
• Fork Lift and Scissor Lifts

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to use Window based applications
• Lockout/Tag out as Authorized User
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to act with limited direction
• Strong listening and communication skills
• Ability to lift and move 40 pounds without assistance
• Required to obtain lift truck certification

About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) 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, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future.We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce.Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.

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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