Dauch Corporation
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Responsible for supporting forging operations by coordinating equipment setups, process controls, and production activities to ensure products meet established quality, safety, and productivity requirements. Works closely with the Production Supervisor, Team Leaders, Engineering, and Manufacturing employees to optimize equipment performance, support continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain efficient workflow. Provides technical support, troubleshooting assistance, and training while ensuring compliance with company procedures and customer expectations. Performs the responsibilities detailed below for the assigned production area.
Follow all environmental, health, and safety requirements at all times
Meet established production targets and quality goals
Monitor product quality throughout the manufacturing process and provide feedback to the manufacturing team to maintain process consistency
Set up machines, including fixturing, tooling, program loading, and troubleshooting activities
Set up modules using operator interfaces and robot pendant controllers to ensure proper equipment operation and part handling
Verify pick-and-place functions and process settings to maintain production quality
Assist Forge Technicians with lubrication spray systems and related equipment
Perform preventive maintenance activities on equipment according to established schedules
Ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and within established process parameters throughout the shift
Verify machine efficiencies, quality standards, and scrap reduction objectives are achieved
Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance quality, productivity, and labor efficiency
Perform production duties as needed to support call-offs, breaks, absenteeism, and production requirements
Assist with material handling activities and maintain a clean, organized work environment
Support and perform the duties of Forge Line Technician, Finisher, and White Light Inspector positions as required
Locate, understand, and follow all applicable Work Instructions (WI)
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the assigned module or production area
Assist with training and development of employees to support operational growth and workforce development
Perform SPC checks, quality inspections, and product verification activities as required
Utilize gauges, measuring devices, and inspection equipment to verify product conformance
Maintain workplace organization and compliance with 5S standards
Meet physical requirements as outlined in the Physical Demand Analysis
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills and Education
High school diploma or General Education Degree Required
Requires a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing operations
Manufacturing background preferred
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 TalentAcquisition@aam.com. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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