American Axle Brings 500 New Jobs to Michigan

Feb. 4, 2013

The company points out that it has 'sourced millions of dollars of business to Michigan-based companies, and in turn, is positively impacting multiple communities in the state.'

Adrienne Selko

American Axle & Manufacturing Holdings, Inc. (IW 500/310) announced on Friday that it is investing more than $100 million in its Michigan Three Rivers Manufacturing facility.

The investment is expected to create more than 500 new jobs.

In addition to the installation of new production lines, the plant will increased multiple assembly stations, paint line modifications, additional shipping and receiving capacity and upgrades to the facility's business offices.

The company points out that it has “sourced millions of dollars of business to Michigan-based companies, and in turn, is positively impacting multiple communities in the state.”

"Last fall, we announced that AAM would be bringing new business to Michigan," said AAM CEO David C. Dauch. "For the past two years, we have been preparing the Three Rivers Manufacturing facility for this new business launch.”

Last year, AAM invested more than $50 million and created nearly 300 new jobs in Michigan. The company, which is headquartered in Detroit, operates seven facilities in Michigan.

About the Author

Adrienne Selko | Senior Editor

Focus: Workforce, Talent

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Bio: Adrienne Selko has written about many topics over the 17 years she has been with the publication and currently focuses on workforce development strategies. Previously Adrienne was in corporate communications at a medical manufacturing company as well as a large regional bank. She is the author of Do I Have to Wear Garlic Around My Neck? which made the Cleveland Plain Dealer's best sellers list. She is also a senior editor at Material Handling & Logistics and EHS Today.

Editorial mission statement: Manufacturing is the enviable position of creating products, processes and policies that solve the world’s problems. When the industry stepped up to manufacture what was necessary to combat the pandemic, it revealed its true nature. My goal is to showcase the sector’s ability to address a broad range of workforce issues including technology, training, diversity & inclusion, with a goal of enticing future generations to join this amazing sector.

Why I find manufacturing interesting: On my first day working for a company that made medical equipment such as MRIs, I toured the plant floor. On every wall was a photo of a person, mostly children. I asked my supervisor why this was the case and he said that the work we do at this company has saved these people’s lives. “We never forget how important our work is and everyone’s contribution to that.” From that moment on I was hooked on manufacturing.

I have talked with many people in this field who have transformed their own career development to assist others. For example, companies are hiring those with disabilities, those previously incarcerated and other talent pools that have been underutilized. I have talked with leaders who have brought out the best in their workforce, as well as employees doing their best work while doing good for the world.