General Production

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Production role at Dauch Corporation requires operating hi-lo forklifts, overhead cranes, and precise material handling within a safety-conscious automotive manufacturing environment. You will support daily operations, perform FIFO material flow, weigh and count materials, and help maintain 5S housekeeping and Plexus-based tasks while upholding quality and safety standards.

Teamwork with manufacturing colleagues to maintain efficient line performance and compliance with 5S and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-3 years in manufacturing with proven hi-lo forklift and overhead crane experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate Hi-Lo equipment safely and perform routine maintenance checks.
• Accurately weigh, count, and record materials using established methods.
• Demonstrate understanding of industrial vehicle operations and safety regulations.
• Contribute to 5S housekeeping and organize the work area.
• Use Plexus (or similar) systems for relevant tasks.
• Safely operate overhead cranes for material movement.
• Maintain clean and organized production areas.
• Manage inventory flow according to FIFO procedures.

Skills

Hi-Lo forklift operation

Overhead crane operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Plexus system

Job description

Job Posting Title

General Production

Job Description Summary

This General Production position requires a strong understanding of the manufacturing process, including daily operations, material handling, quality control, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have experience operating hi-los and overhead crane equipment in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Job Description:

• Operating Hi-Lo equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to all safety protocols and performing routine maintenance checks.
• Accurately weighing, counting, and recording materials using established scale methods.
• Demonstrating a strong understanding of industrial vehicle operations and safety regulations.
• Contributing to a clean and organized work environment through the implementation of 5S principles.
• Using Plexus (or similar) systems for relevant tasks.
• Safely operating overhead cranes for material movement.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards within the production area.
• Managing inventory flow according to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures.

Required Skills and Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 2-3 years in manufacturing with proven experience in hi-lo forklift and overhead crane operation.

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch 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. Dauch 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 [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.