Finishing Operator

AAM - American Axle & Manufacturing•Ridgway, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing final visual and quality inspections of manufactured parts to ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and production requirements. Identifies and removes non-conforming parts, performs required inspections, and accurately documents quality results to support the delivery of defect-free products. Responsible for supporting the finishing process by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting deflash, grinding, and finishing equipment to meet production, quality, and safety requirements. The Forge Finisher performs inspections, makes machine and tooling adjustments, completes production documentation, and ensures parts meet customer specifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Degree Required
Requires a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing operations

Responsibilities

Conduct quality checks using gauges, measurement devices, and inspection equipment
Remove connecting rods (con-rods) from gauges and verify dimensions using coin slot gauges
Inspect parts for visual and dimensional defects in accordance with established quality standards
Transfer approved product to the pack-out conveyor system for shipment preparation
Identify, segregate, and report non-conforming material in accordance with quality procedures
Operate preliminary and finish deflash equipment, including robotic and CNC deflash machines
Operate rotary grinders, shot peening equipment, and related finishing equipment
Start up and shut down finishing equipment according to established procedures
Perform changeovers and equipment setups to support production schedules
Operate machine controls safely and effectively to maintain process performance
Identify, document, and process non-conforming material in accordance with NCM procedures