AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing

Tool Room Machinist

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing  •  Auburn Hills, MI (Hybrid)  •  5 hours ago
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Tool Room MachinistResponsible for independently programming, setting up, and operating one or more CNC machines to produce high-quality parts from start to finish. This role requires interpreting engineering drawings, selecting appropriate tooling, performing inspections, making program and offset adjustments, troubleshooting machining issues, and following established workflows to meet safety, quality, and productivity standards.

  • Independently program, setup, and operate a cell consisting of 1-4 CNC Machines
  • Read and interpret Engineering Drawings/Blueprints and setup sheets
  • Process from start to finish goods. Includes selection of tooling required, order of operations required, etc
  • Perform a 1st piece inspection of all new setups
  • Make necessary adjustments to programs and offsets
  • Perform spot checks before removing work pieces
  • Follow predetermined workflow and move workpieces to the appropriate following operation
  • Occasionally troubleshoot cutting tool failures, and run cutting tool trials
  • Effectively communicate any issues or concerns to management
  • Work safely and efficiently to produce quality parts in a timely manner

Required Skills and Education

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • 5 years documented experience in tool making
  • Proficient with CNC setup, and operation.
  • Proficient with Conversation CNC Programming with MasterCAM
  • Proficient with Mazatrol, HAAS and Makino/Fanuc controllers
  • Experience with Blueprints and GD&T
  • Experience with tolerances = +/- .0005”
  • Experience with Manual milling, Manual Lathes a bonus
  • Ability to work any shift as needed

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.

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing

About AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing

On February 3, 2026, Dauch Corporation (formerly American Axle & Manufacturing) acquired Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries – GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy. 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. Follow us at @DauchCorp or learn more at Dauch.com.

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Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Detroit, MI
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Website
aam.com
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