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Job Posting Title

1st Shift Die Setter

Job Description Summary

Our commitment to safety is unwavering. Before operating the press, it's crucial to ensure all safety mechanisms are in place and properly functioning. Adhering to all safety standards and guidelines as outlined in the AAM handbook is not just a requirement, but a reflection of our dedication to your well-being. Installing tooling: This involves assembling, setting up, and troubleshooting tooling, such as die cavities, upper and lower punches, and any necessary core rods, into the press.

Job Description

Must be familiar with a Cincinnati 550-ton press.

• Perform PMs as required.
• Keeps tools and supplies organized according to shop-floor criteria.

Operating the press

• Adjusting the press involves calibrating various settings, such as pressure, compaction speed, and dwell time, to achieve the desired density and dimensions of the compacted part.
• As a press operator, your role in inspecting parts is crucial. You'll be responsible for ensuring the compacted parts' dimensions, weights, and density meet specifications. Your constant review of parts processed after the delube oven to make necessary adjustments is a key part of our quality control process. If any problems arise during the compaction process or delube oven, such as defects or malfunctions, troubleshoot and implement solutions; if the problem continues, stop production for nonconforming or suspect product.

Maintaining records

• Production records, including the quantity of pieces produced, scrap, suspect material, and any issues encountered, along with adjustments made, are maintained.
• Fill out survey sheets as required for the tooling used.
• Assist in sorting and rework of discrepant preforms/forgings as required.

Performing daily 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) as required.

• Perform tap & go on shift change.
• Participate in maintenance activities as required.
• Active participation in improvement suggestions or projects.

Required Skills and Education

Experience (preferred or required):

• High School or GED equivalent
• Must be shift flexible, including weekends as required
• Analytical skills

• Powder metal compacting (5+ years preferred)
• Manufacturing experience in Metal Forging is preferred
• Hands-on experience with mechanical/pneumatic presses (Cincinnati 550) for powdered metal compacting
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment
• Knowledge of forging presses, die setup, material flow, and robot knowledge
• Familiarity with the metallurgical properties of ferrous/non-ferrous powders and forgings
• Blueprint reading and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Quality inspection tools: micrometers, hardness testers, CMM

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.