Forge Tool Crib Attendant

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Mfg., Inc. is seeking a Forge Tool Crib Attendant to manage tooling activities in Auburn Hills, Michigan. Responsibilities include scheduling tool assemblies, maintaining an organized Tool Crib area, and ensuring all tools are ready for production.

The ideal candidate will have previous forge experience and the ability to work independently while embodying the company's culture of safety and efficiency. This role is essential in maintaining high productivity levels and coordinating with the press team.

Qualifications

• Experience in tooling activities including sourcing and assembling.
• Ability to manage tooling inventory and tracking.
• Skills in maintaining a clean and safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day tooling activities and sourcing of orders.
• Coordinate with the press team to ensure backup tools are ready.
• Maintain accurate tooling inventory and clean tool crib area.

Skills

Previous Forge Experience

Job description

Job Posting Title

Forge Tool Crib Attendant

Job Description Summary

Manage day-to-day tooling activities such as sourcing of orders, picking and assembling tooling, managing changeover readiness, and training on systems/procedures relative to Tool Crib activities.

Job Description

• Scheduling tool assemblies to press plan
• Participate and maintain experimental tool trials
• Clean and press dies for tool sets in the forge.
• Maintain accurate tooling inventory and tool tracking.
• Coordinate with the press team to keep backup tools ready for the presses at all times.
• Ability to work self‑sufficiently and be a positive example of the company culture.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized Tool Crib area.
• All other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Education

Previous Forge Experience Required

Equal Opportunity / Discrimination Statement

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