Finishing Operator

About the role

Responsible for performing final visual and quality inspections of manufactured parts to ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and production requirements. Identifies and removes non-conforming parts, performs required inspections, and accurately documents quality results to support the delivery of defect-free products. Responsible for supporting the finishing process by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting deflash, grinding, and finishing equipment to meet production, quality, and safety requirements. The Forge Finisher performs inspections, makes machine and tooling adjustments, completes production documentation, and ensures parts meet customer specifications.

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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality checks using gauges, measurement devices, and inspection equipment
• Remove connecting rods (con-rods) from gauges and verify dimensions using coin slot gauges
• Inspect parts for visual and dimensional defects in accordance with established quality standards
• Transfer approved product to the pack-out conveyor system for shipment preparation
• Identify, segregate, and report non-conforming material in accordance with quality procedures
• Operate preliminary and finish deflash equipment, including robotic and CNC deflash machines
• Operate rotary grinders, shot peening equipment, and related finishing equipment
• Start up and shut down finishing equipment according to established procedures
• Perform changeovers and equipment setups to support production schedules
• Operate machine controls safely and effectively to maintain process performance
• Identify, document, and process non-conforming material in accordance with NCM procedures

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Degree
• Minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing operations