Production Associate

American Axle & Manufacturing; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Production Associate for second or third shift. You will operate and maintain production equipment with safety as the highest priority, follow SOPs, and monitor quality while rotating across modules. Collaboration with team leaders and other crews is essential to meet productivity goals.

You will review product quality, provide feedback, and assist with changeovers and setups as required, ensuring total good pieces and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Operate and maintain production equipment with safety as the top priority.
• Follow SOPs, Rework Instructions, and Work Instructions.
• Review product quality and provide feedback to leadership.
• Rotate across operations as assigned by supervisors.
• Assist with changeovers and setup as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and monitor processes.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety standards (7‑S).
• Ensure adherence to quality and process instructions.
• Communicate across modules and crews to support steady production.
• Provide relief to other team members as needed.

Skills

Safety mindset

Team communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year manufacturing ops experience (preferred)

Job description

Full job description: The POWER is in our people. We believe that an equitable and inclusive workplace benefits everyone and that the diversity of our associates drives creativity and innovation. As a member of #TeamAAM, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM and the world.

Job Title

Production Associate

Shift Information

• Second shift: 3:00p.m. – 11:00p.m.
• Third shift: 11:00p.m. – 7:00a.m.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain production equipment and processes with safety as the highest priority.
• Follow safety, housekeeping 7‑S, quality, internal and external standards.
• Understand the importance of operations, productivity goals and proper machine operation.
• Use documented procedures: Standard Operating Procedures, Rework Instructions, Work Instructions, Preventive Maintenance Instructions, Inspection Instructions, Reaction Plans, Process Set‑up Instructions, and the Associate Handbook.
• Review and verify the quality of products at the assigned process and provide feedback to the Module Team Leader, Quality Specialists, etc.
• Rotate to appropriate operations when assigned by the Module Team Leader or Crew Manager.
• Facilitate communication between operations within the assigned Module, between modules, and between crews.
• Provide relief to other employees as required.
• Assist the Utility Specialist with changeovers and setups at required operations.
• Complete operation productivity and Pareto sheets, verifying total good pieces, total scrap pieces, and providing feedback on process and operation.

Skills & Education

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• One (1) year experience in manufacturing operations (preferred).

About American Axle & Manufacturing

American Axle & Manufacturing (NYSE: AXL) is a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier. The company designs, engineers, and manufactures driveline and metal‑forming technologies to support electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. With headquarters in Detroit and nearly 85 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the unique voices of its diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity / Affinity Statement

AAM 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 any other characteristic protected by law. AAM will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to those protected characteristics. For the disabled job seeker, AAM offers reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please email [e-mail]. AAM is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer.