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Finishing Utilities

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Indiana, North Vernon
Feb 13, 2026
Job Posting Title Finishing Utilities Job Description Summary Interacts with Crew Supervisors, Module Team Leaders, Maintenance team, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing Associates to assess requirements, develop plans, and provide needed materials. Also provides direction for the purpose of assisting employees to safely operate equipment and to make product that meets the Customer's expectations at levels of productivity that meets or exceed the established plan. Job Description: RESPONSIBILITIES Assist the production team in providing direction and training to manufacturing associates on how to do their assigned task(s). This includes hands on training when appropriate Ensure that the assigned area(s) equipment is operating properly and safely throughout the shift Frequently review the Quality of products following each process and provide feedback to Manufacturing Specialists to keep everyone in tune with the process Verify that documented procedures and instructions are being followed: Standard Operating Procedures. Rework Instructions. Work Instructions. Preventive Maintenance Instructions. Inspection Instructions. Reaction Plans. Process Set-up Instructions. Associate Handbook. Police Housekeeping. Facilitate communications between operations, between modules, and between manufacturing shifts Assist with changeovers/setups as required to support operations per Crew Managers and Team Leaders request and Maintenance Manager's approval. Maintain and report status of supplies at the operation line and inventory levels Works with Quality Engineering, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineers on continuous improvement of the process and the development of new product and equipment Direct and assist shift utilities with daily tasks Involved with Maintenance for repairs of grinders, shotpeens, cnc deflash and all other finishing equipment. Work with Engineering to manage EOA tooling for robots Maintain and track spare parts required to rebuild and refurbish deflash fixtures, grinders and robots. Work with Engineering to manage robot backups Train and help evaluate Utility Specialist/Set up Technicians. In addition to the above responsibilities, this position may include but not limited to weekend work, being on call, training of department associates, grinder rebuilds, shotpeen rebuilds, ink jet maintenance and training, tasks or projects to reduce or improve scrap and production as well as any other assigned task not limited to solely the finishing area. Required Skills and Education ISO9001/IATF16949/ISO14001 Awareness Attitude Toward Others Communications Computer Applications Conceptual Thinking Coaching/Correcting Others Critical Evaluation Customer Specific Requirements Developing Others Ethical Practice Health & Safety Interpersonal Skills Practical Thinking Problem Solving Risk-Based Thinking Technical Expertise Fanuc Robot operations About AAM: As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Discover how we're Bringing the Future Faster at AAM.com. 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 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 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. AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.