Tool Room Machinist

Job Posting Title

Tool Room Machinist

Job Description Summary

The Tool Room Machinist is responsible for setting up, adjusting, and operating manual and CNC machine tools to manufacture, repair, and modify tooling, fixtures, dies, gauges, and precision components. This position supports production by ensuring tooling accuracy, quality, and minimal downtime.

Job Description:

Set up and operate manual machines (lathe, mill, surface grinder, drill press, hole burner, etc.)

Set up CNC mills and/or lathes (prove out programs, set offsets, adjust tooling)

Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering drawings

Manufacture and repair fixtures, dies, jigs, and special tooling

Hold tight tolerances (±.0005" or as required)

Troubleshoot machining issues and recommend process improvements

Assist with tooling design modifications

Maintain tool room organization and equipment

Follow all safety procedures and company standards

Required Skills and Education

3–7+ years experience in tool room or precision machining environment

Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge

Experience with tight tolerance machining

Proficient in manual machining (critical in tool room environment)

CNC setup experience preferred

Knowledge of tool steels, heat treating, and surface finishes

Proficiency in using calipers, micrometers, and other inspection equipment

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

GED or high school diploma required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with CAD/CAM software

Experience in die, and /or fixture building

Journeyman machinist certification (if applicable)

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 TalentAcquisition@aam.com. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.