Die Maintenance Technician - Precision Die Care & Setup

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance on die equipment and set up new dies, ensuring production runs smoothly and downtime is minimized. The role includes maintaining records and assisting with cross-department tasks in a bustling plant environment.

Candidates should be skilled with dies and metalworking, able to lift heavy weights, and possess strong mechanical aptitude; forklift certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience working with dies and other metalworking equipment is ideal.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds repeatedly throughout shift.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Forklift certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Inspect dies for wear and damage after each use and make necessary repairs.
• Clean and lubricate moving parts to ensure smooth operation.
• Replace worn or damaged components as directed by supervisor.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report issues promptly.
• Assist other departments with equipment maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Dies equipment experience

Lifting 50 pounds

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift certification

Job description

Dauch Corporation is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance on die equipment and set up new dies, ensuring production runs smoothly and downtime is minimized. The role includes maintaining records and assisting with cross-department tasks in a bustling plant environment.

Candidates should be skilled with dies and metalworking, able to lift heavy weights, and possess strong mechanical aptitude; forklift certification is a plus.