EDM Specialist

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing • Germantown, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED