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Job Posting Title

Maintenance Mechanic

Job Description Summary

Join American Axle & manufacturing- Ignite Your Potential in a Thriving Powder Metal Facility

American Axle & manufacturing-Ridgway is seeking Maintenance Mechanics for 2nd and 3rd shift.

***$1,000*** sign on bonus

American Axle & manufacturing is excited to announce an exceptional personal growth opportunity in our rapidly expanding and advancement-driven large powder metal facility. As part of a global business with a presence in 18 countries, we are dedicated to recruiting team members who are eager to embark on a career path with international exposure and growth development.
At American Axle & manufacturing, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefit package that encompasses bonus opportunities, medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, and more. We firmly believe in the development of our associates and provide a wide array of training programs to foster their professional growth.
Equipped with state-of-the-art systems, American Axle & manufacturing ensures that you can perform at your highest level. We strive to create an environment that is both fast-paced and rewarding, catering to individuals who thrive in dynamic settings and appreciate the satisfaction of achieving remarkable results.
If you are seeking an opportunity to excel and grow within a dynamic global organization, join American Axle & manufacturing today and unlock your true potential. Together, we can drive innovation and shape the future of the powder metal industry.

Job Description

• Actively participates in continuous improvement activities.

• Reads blueprints and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.

• Repairs and lubricates machines and equipment.

• Orders supplies with purchase requisition according to work orders.

• Competent with machinery sequence of operation to locate problem area(s).

• Competent with mechanical fitment, thread sizing and assembly.

• Make repairs and modifying Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Methanol and Natural Gas systems.

• Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble.

• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.

• Examines form and texture of mechanical parts to detect imperfections.

• Inspects used mechanical parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.

• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.

• Repairs and replaces defective mechanical parts.  Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.  Lubricates and cleans parts.

• Starts devices to test their performance.

• Records maintenance actions performed in computerized maintenance system.

• Assist other associates as directed by the Team Leader and / or Supervisor.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Education

Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience but will to train.

About American Axle & Manufacturing

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

With our global footprint, we are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the unique voices of our diverse workforce. Be part of the future with #TeamAAM.

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 [email protected] . AAM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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