Job Posting Title
Advanced Automation OperatorJob Description Summary
The Advanced Automation Operator at American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting highly automated manufacturing systems and robotic cells to ensure efficient production and adherence to quality standards. This role requires a strong understanding of industrial automation, safety protocols, and continuous improvement methodologies.Job Description:
Key Responsibilities - Can perform all Assembly Operator responsibilities, plus:
Perform to meet Plant, Department and Assembly Line targets -Practice to produce 100% quality parts
Perform autonomous maintenance tasks within automated assembly line cells
Perform all changeover activities within automated assembly line cells
Perform error proofing at automated assembly line cells
Perform GR&R’s on automated assembly cells
Perform mastering processes within automated assembly line cells
Actively communicate with other operations team members about station and line status
Effectively communicate error messages from an HMI or Robot controller to Manufacturing Engineering or Maintenance
Effectively recover assembly line automation technologies after a line or station stop event (including six axis robots)
Comfortably use a six-axis robotic pendant for basic recovery (training will be provided for this task)
Being attentive to make sure all equipment is in safe working recovery positions prior to recovery and restarting a process
Ability to practice product audits (including performing Drag Torque checks, Pinion Position checks, Back Lash checks and Gear Pattern verifications)
Understanding and using line performance tools such as the jumbo screen to determine faults, errors, and proper corrective actions to improve operational efficiencies
Maintain a clean and safe working environment by practicing all LOTO and other EHS related safe practices for highly automated equipment
Required Skills and Education
Requirements
HS Diploma or equivalent
Must have good attendance and no written disciplinary notices.
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 [email protected]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.
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GKN Driveline Newton LLC is a company involved in the automotive industry, likely manufacturing driveline components.