Area Manager - Forge

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing•North Vernon, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

AAM is searching for an Area Manager - Forge to join our team. This position will be based out of our North Vernon location in North Vernon, IN. As an Area Manager - Forge, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the forging department, ensuring production, quality, and safety standards are consistently met. You will manage team performance, resources, scheduling, and cross-functional collaboration, playing a key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across the plant. Candidates selected for this role may be eligible for a signing bonus of up to $10,000.00 upon hire, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

Associates Degree or equivalent relevant experience
5+ years of experience direct supervision in Manufacturing
Forging or similar experience required

Responsibilities

Manage daily operations and performance of the forge area, including production output, cost control, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
Lead all aspects of people management: recruiting, training, scheduling, coaching, performance reviews, and enforcing company policies.
Drive the achievement of operational goals by contributing to strategic plans, implementing action plans, and supporting plant-wide improvement initiatives.
Set production priorities based on customer demand, resource availability, and equipment readiness.
Collaborate with production control to resolve scheduling issues and implement practical solutions.
Coordinate with cross-functional departments (maintenance, engineering, quality, etc.) to maintain equipment uptime and operational efficiency.
Analyze and report on operational data and performance trends to inform decision-making and improvement efforts.
Build strong relationships across business, sales, and engineering to ensure service level expectations are met.
Champion safety, compliance, and workforce engagement on the shop floor.
Support joint initiatives and facility-wide communication strategies.
Perform other duties as assigned.