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Senior Process Development Specialist / CNC MachinistJob Description Summary
Dauch is looking for a Senior Process Development Specialist / CNC Machinist to join our team in Detroit, Michigan! This individual will contribute to our Process Development / Prototype Machining Group within the Driveline organization.Job Description:
The responsibilities of the Senior Process Development Specialist / CNC Machinist include Work Holding Design, Cutting Tool Selection, and CNC Program editing:
- Set up and operation of CNC machines.
- Tooling setup for process development and prototype machining programs.
- Machine and inspect prototype parts.
- Developing and implementing tooling / process test plans.
- Specify process for new programs or modify for existing programs.
- Editing and updating CNC programs for setup changes.
- Problem solving in a manufacturing environment.
- Provides technical support to manufacturing personnel.
- Works with product engineers in new product design.
- Provide support for other plant floor operations as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Education
Required
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience.
- 5+ years of machine set up and operation experience.
- Willingness to travel up to 15% as needed for product launches.
- Ability to interrupt part drawings/prints and produce parts that meet inspection requirements.
Preferred
- Automotive industry experience
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
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience
- 5+ years of machine setup and operation experience
- Willingness to travel up to 15% as needed for product launches
- Ability to interpret part drawings or prints and produce parts meeting inspection requirements
- Automotive industry experience
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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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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