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Forge Setup

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Pennsylvania, Ridgway
Feb 13, 2026
Job Posting Title Forge Setup Job Description Summary Interact with Production Supervisor, Team Leaders, Engineering and Manufacturing employees and help provide needed materials and proper set ups of all equipment and assist employees to safely operate equipment to make product that meets the Customer's expectations at levels of quality and productivity that meet or exceed the established plan. RESPONSIBILITIES Meet production targets, and quality goals. Environment/Safety Requirements. Adhere to and follow all Safety policies, JSA's (Job Safety Analysis) and work instructions. Report unsafe behaviors and conditions. Ability to understand and perform all quality inspections. Frequently review the Quality of products following each process and provide feedback to Manufacturing Team to keep everyone in tune with the process. Set up machines including fixturing, tooling, loading programs, trouble shooting, etc. Set up modules using operator interface and robot pendent controller at all set ups and when needed for production quality, assure picks and places are always set properly. Work in a safe manner always and complies with 5S initiatives. Assist forge techs with lube spray systems. Help with all CI (Continuous improvement) within the module. Preventive Maintenance on equipment, daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, yearly. Ensure that the equipment is operating properly and safely throughout the shift. Assist with training and developing employees for further company growth. Verify that we meet machine efficiencies, quality standards, and reduce scrap levels in assigned area. Develop, suggest changes in the process to improve quality or maximize labor efficiency to meet goals of the company. Perform in a production capacity when needed, call offs, breaks. * Assist in material handling tasks to maintain neat and orderly work area. Ability to do the following roles: Forge Line Tech, Finisher, and Whitelighter WI location and understanding. Reference the Physical Demand Analysis for this job. Other duties as assigned. Job Description: Competencies ISO9001/IATF16949/ISO14001/Q4 Awareness Respective attitude towards others Communication skills necessary to work with people outside the team Demonstrates ability to act with limited direction Demonstrates ability to get results through others Demonstrates ability to give both positive and negative feedback Ethical practice Flexible Assertiveness Critical evaluation Excellent interpersonal skills Health and safety Limited computer applications Strong listening and communication skills Interpersonal skills Practical thinking Understands multiple basic decision making and problem-solving techniques Understands requirements of other jobs performed by the team Working knowledge and ability to operate production machines Adjusting, ability to gauge and measure parts, perform SPC and quality checks Required Skills and Education Qualification Requirements / Education High school diploma or equivalent required Requires a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing operations (2 years' experience preferred) Manufacturing background preferred 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.