Tool Room Machinist

American Axle & Manufacturing

Fort Wayne, IN, United States
On-site
Manual and cnc machine operation
Blueprint and gd&t interpretation
Tight tolerance machining (±.0005")
American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Tool Room Machinist for their Fort Wayne, IN location. The role involves setting up and operating both manual and CNC machines to produce high-precision tools and components while ensuring quality and efficiency in production

Job Summary

  • The Tool Room Machinist is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating manual and CNC machine tools to manufacture, repair, and modify tooling, fixtures, dies, gauges, and precision components.
  • This position supports production by ensuring tooling accuracy, quality, and minimal downtime.
  • The role requires holding tight tolerances and troubleshooting machining issues to recommend process improvements.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

American Axle & Manufacturing is seeking a Tool Room Machinist for their Fort Wayne, IN location. The role involves setting up and operating both manual and CNC machines to produce high-precision tools and components while ensuring quality and efficiency in production.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manual and CNC machine operation
  • Blueprint and GD&T interpretation
  • Tight tolerance machining (±.0005")
  • Tool steel and heat treating knowledge
  • Inspection equipment proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Troubleshooting machining issues
  • Process improvement recommendations
  • Tooling design modification assistance
  • Tool room organization and maintenance

Key Requirements

  • 3-7+ years experience
  • GED or high school diploma
  • Journeyman machinist certification (if applicable)

Work Rights

Not specified

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