Precision Machine Operator - Quality & Efficiency

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Machine Operator in Indiana to operate and monitor production equipment across multiple assembly lines. You will load materials, verify settings, and perform first-piece inspections to ensure quality.

The role emphasizes adherence to SOPs, safety guidelines, and 5S housekeeping, with opportunities to learn multiple operations and participate in continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience operating manufacturing equipment preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions and quality standards.
• Proficient in basic inspection using gauges or calipers.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment per SOPs.
• Load materials and components into machines.
• Verify machine settings and tooling before production.
• Conduct inspections to ensure product quality.
• Record production and quality data accurately.
• Support maintenance and changeovers as needed.
• Follow safety guidelines and 5S housekeeping.

Skills

Machinery operation

Quality focus

Reading work instructions

Inspection skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Machine Operator in Indiana to operate and monitor production equipment across multiple assembly lines. You will load materials, verify settings, and perform first-piece inspections to ensure quality.

The role emphasizes adherence to SOPs, safety guidelines, and 5S housekeeping, with opportunities to learn multiple operations and participate in continuous improvement.