Toolmaker
Job Posting Title
Toolmaker
Job Description Summary
Responsible for the repair, maintenance and improvement to all tooling dies, jigs, fixtures and fittings for press tools, CNC equipment in line with production and customer requirements to support business objectives. Support new tooling for new product introductions to ensure the robustness of product builds.
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities: General and Task Management
Repair and maintain press tools, die repairs
Routine servicing and regrinding of tools
Attend breakdowns, identify fault and problem solve at the press with minimal downtime to aid production
Evaluate each job and determine if it can be repaired in press or must be removed to Tool Room for essential maintenance and repair work
Estimate length of time required to complete a job and likely consequences of failure to complete work within required timescales
Identify and escalate any activity that has the potential to cause harm or damage
Report breakdown root causes, equipment faults and concerns to management.
Required Skills and Education
Knowledge of measurement
Understanding of engineering drawings
Understanding manufacturing processes
Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment
Planning and prioritizing activities
Good communication and interpersonal skills
About Dauch:
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 to learn more.
Dauch 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. Dauch 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. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
