EDM Specialist

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Germantown, WI, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Automotive • Other • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Set up, program, operate, and maintain wire and conventional EDM equipment. Perform complex bench and machine operations to build, alter, and repair tooling, dies, fixtures, molds, gauges, and assemblies. Lay out work, perform precise measurements, improvise tooling for difficult setups, and train lower-skilled toolmakers. Meet physical demands of manufacturing work.
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Job Posting Title

EDM Specialist

Job Description Summary

Plan, lay out, and perform all bench and machine operations to construct, alter and repair intricately designed and constructed tools, dies, fixtures, molds, gauges, machine attachments and mechanisms.

Job Description:

Completion of state-qualified apprenticeship program or equivalent work experience with general education including verbal and written communication and technical math.

· Ability to perform difficult/technical calculations with decimals and fractions, use and interpret a wide variety of precision measuring instruments for exacting measurements, work from complicated drawings and specifications.

· Consistently demonstrate a high degree of skill and extensive knowledge of tooling practices and applications; set up, adjust, and operate machine shop equipment.

· Strong inter-personal skills needed to effectively train, guide, and support others in performing their duties and responsibilities. Ability to effectively organize work flow and set priorities in accordance with established procedures and daily instructions.
Program, operate and maintain wire & conventional EDM equipment

· Lay out work and plan machining and bench procedures. Train lower skilled tool makers on operations and procedures.

· Perform difficult machining operations requiring complicated set ups involving the improvising of tooling and machines for adaptations beyond the normal range and capacities of available equipment.

· Perform critical bench and assembly operations to fit, align, adjust, assemble and finish work

Required Skills and Education

· Ability to sit, stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel and climb.

· Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. frequently and 75-100 lbs. occasionally.

· Repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation.

· Excellent vision and depth perception


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 www.dauch.com 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 [email protected]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Skills Required

  • Completion of state-qualified apprenticeship program or equivalent work experience with general education
  • Ability to perform technical calculations with decimals and fractions
  • Use and interpret a wide variety of precision measuring instruments
  • High degree of skill and extensive knowledge of tooling practices and applications
  • Set up, adjust, and operate machine shop equipment
  • Program, operate and maintain wire and conventional EDM equipment
  • Ability to lay out work and plan machining and bench procedures
  • Ability to train, guide, and support lower-skilled toolmakers
  • Perform difficult machining operations requiring complicated set ups and tooling improvisation
  • Perform critical bench and assembly operations to fit, align, adjust, assemble and finish work
  • Physical abilities including sit, stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and lift frequently 50 lbs and occasionally 75-100 lbs
  • Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; excellent vision and depth perception

Dauch Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Dauch and has not been reviewed or approved by Dauch.

  • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage is presented as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, plus mental health support and wellness programming. Affordable options are also indicated by references to free or low-cost health insurance in some roles.
  • Retirement Support Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through 401(k) matching and an additional employer retirement contribution in some cases. Profit sharing and performance bonuses are also cited as add-ons that can lift overall compensation beyond base pay.
  • Fair & Transparent Compensation Pay is frequently characterized as fair or competitive in certain plant roles, especially when shift differentials and premium weekend rates apply. Overtime premiums are framed as a clear, structured way to increase take-home pay for those working extra hours.

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The Company
HQ: Detroit, MI
20,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1994

What We Do

As a leading global Tier 1 Automotive and Mobility Supplier, AAM (NYSE: AXL) designs, engineers and manufactures Driveline and Metal Forming technologies to support electric, hybrid and internal combustion vehicles. Headquartered in Detroit with over 80 facilities in 18 countries, AAM is bringing the future faster for a safer and more sustainable future. We work together to support our customers on global and regional platforms with a focus on quality, operational excellence and technology leadership.

Why Work With Us

Every member of #TeamAAM is emPOWERed to make a difference from day one. You’ll have the opportunity to grow, embrace challenges, build your skills and bring your authentic self to work every day, all while helping to shape the future of mobility for AAM… and the world. Be part of the future from day one at AAM.

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