Utility (2nd Shift) - American Axle & Mfg. : Job Details

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Job Posting Title

Utility (2nd Shift)

Job Description Summary

Support mold changes and mold repair: * Help with changing molds. * Mold repair management with the mold-making. * Control of the cleaning history of the molds. * Management of spare parts with the mold making. * Support engineering with machine molds. * Interlocutor with the mold-making.

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Module Team Leader to coordinate and provide directions to manufacturing associates on how to do their assign task(s). This includes hands on training when appropriate
• Ensure that the assigned area(s) equipment is operating properly and safely throughout the shift
• Frequently review the Quality of products following each process and provide feedback to Manufacturing Specialists to keep everyone in tune with the process
• Verify that documented procedures and instructions are being followed:

• Standard Operating Procedures.

• Rework Instructions.

• Work Instructions.

• Preventive Maintenance Instructions.

• Inspection Instructions.

• Reaction Plans.

• Process Set-up Instructions.

• Associate Handbook.

• Police Housekeeping.

• Facilitate communications between operations, between modules, and between manufacturing shifts

• Assist with changeovers/setups at required operations per Crew Managers and Team Leaders direction
• Maintain and report status of supplies at the operation line and inventory levels
• Works with Quality Engineering, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineers on continuous improvement of the process and the development of new product and equipment
• Direct and assist shift utilities with daily tasks
• Train and help evaluate Utility Specialist/Set up Technicians. Help with pay-for-skills requirements and testing
• In addition to the above responsibilities, this position is responsible for other tasks as assigned

Required Skills and Education

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS/EDUCATION

• Associate degree in Engineering is preferred, High School Diploma or GED
• Work experience in the Manufacturing function

EXPERIENCE

• COMPACTING: A working knowledge of 550 ton compacting presses is required and three (3) years' experience in manufacturing compacting operations (5 years experience preferred)

• FORGING: A working knowledge of forging process is required and three (3) years' experience in manufacturing forging operations (5 years experience preferred).
• FINISHING: A working knowledge of rotary deflash machines, double disk grind machines, shot peen process, video ink jet systems. One (1) year experience in manufacturing finishing operations (2 years' experience preferred).
• CNC DEFLASH: A working knowledge of CNC mill cutting, Fanuc robotics controls, pneumatic systems is required.

COMPETENCIES

• ISO9001/IATF16949/ISO14001 Awareness

• Attitude Toward Others

• Communications

• Computer Applications

• Conceptual Thinking

• Coaching/Correcting Others

• Critical Evaluation

• Customer Specific Requirements

• Developing Others

• Ethical Practice

• Health & Safety

• Interpersonal Skills

• Practical Thinking

• Problem Solving

• Risk-Based Thinking

• Technical Expertise

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 [email protected]. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.