Machine Operator

American Axle & Manufacturing; Wooster (AR); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Manufacturing in Wooster, AR is seeking a Machine Operator to ensure quality, load and operate CNC-related equipment, and perform tool changes with strict adherence to safety and process control. The role requires blueprints, gauges, and SPC familiarity in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be able to read simple instructions, work well in a team, and be shift-flexible, including weekends. Drug screen is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read gauges and use inspection equipment accurately.
• Ability to read and understand simple instructions.
• Ability to operate equipment as trained.
• Team-oriented, with good attendance and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of the work produced.
• Operate the assigned machine(s) and perform start/stop as needed.
• Load and unload materials, and position parts in the machine.
• Change machine tools and adjust processes to maintain productivity and quality.
• Perform inspections, document results, and use gauges/XPPS as required.
• Maintain safety protocols and 5S housekeeping.
• Enter data into shop floor systems and assist with maintenance tasks.
• Train other operators and operate robotics as required.

Skills

Gauge reading

Team environment

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Quality awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Posting Title

Machine Operator

Job Description Summary

Experience in the CNC field, blueprint reading and gauge use is a must. Must work well in a fast paced environment.

Job Description

• Responsible for the quality of the work they produce

• Performs necessary tasks to operate the machine(s) they are assigned to

• Start and stop machine(s) as needed in the process

• Loads and unloads machine(s) as needed

• Where applicable, positions part correctly within the machine work holding

• Changes machine tools as required

• Makes process adjustments when needed to maintain productivity and part quality and per their skill level designation

• Must adhere to all operator required quality requirements

• Performs all required inspections and documents-records their inspection results per requirements

• Correctly use all required inspection and measurement gauges

• Uses SPC, either paper charts or SPC computer system, as required

• Packages and labels parts correctly per requirements

• Insures the machines are running to performance requirements

• Insures product quality - scrap is being monitored, controlled and correctly identified

• Adheres to all required safety practices including use of required PPE (personal protection equipment)

• Insures all machine safeguards are in place during machine operations.

• Completes all required documentation and insures their accuracy and timeliness of completion

• Enters required information into the XPPS system using designated shop floor computer terminals

• Performs and completes all required operator preventative maintenance tasks

• Performs all required housekeeping duties including any required 5S tasks (tap & go)

• Follow all trained work instructions as required

• Communicate process status to other employees effectively

• Perform visual inspections as required

• Trains other machine operators as assigned

• Operate robotics as required

Required Skills and Education

• High School diploma or GED

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide simple numbers

• Ability to read and use gauges and other inspection measurement equipment correctly and accurately

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions

• Ability to use equipment as trained

• Ability to work in a team-oriented work environment

• Must be shift flexible, including weekends as required

• Must be able to read basic blueprints

• Ability to work well with other associates

• Good attendance

• Negative pre-employment drug test

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.

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Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.