Machine Operator

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. Headquartered in Detroit, MI, the company operates in 24 countries with over 175 locations, combining deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities.

About the role

Experience in the CNC field, blueprint reading, and gauge use is required. Must work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of produced work
• Perform tasks to operate assigned machine(s)
• Start and stop machine(s) as needed during the process
• Load and unload machine(s) as required
• Position parts correctly within the machine work holding where applicable
• Change machine tools as required
• Make process adjustments to maintain productivity and part quality based on skill level
• Adhere to all operator-required quality requirements
• Perform all required inspections and document inspection results per requirements
• Correctly use all required inspection and measurement gauges
• Use SPC (paper charts or SPC computer system) as required
• Package and label parts correctly per requirements
• Ensure machines run to performance requirements
• Monitor, control, and correctly identify scrap to maintain product quality
• Adhere to all required safety practices, including the use of required PPE
• Ensure all machine safeguards are in place during operations
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Enter required information into the XPPS system using designated shop floor computer terminals
• Perform and complete all required operator preventative maintenance tasks
• Perform all required housekeeping duties, including 5S tasks (tap & go)
• Follow all trained work instructions as required
• Communicate process status effectively to other employees
• Perform visual inspections as required
• Train other machine operators as assigned
• Operate robotics as required

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide simple numbers
• Ability to read and use gauges and other inspection measurement equipment correctly and accurately
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions
• Ability to use equipment as trained
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Shift flexibility, including weekends as required
• Ability to read basic blueprints
• Good attendance record
• Negative pre-employment drug test