Job Description

Overview

General Motors is seeking qualified Die Maker Journeypersons to build, repair, remodel, and maintain dies with minimal supervision. This role requires a skilled tradesperson to work with various materials and adhere to safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company procedures
  • Fabricate and/or repair dies for production, including performing required welding operations
  • Read blueprints to perform die repair/fabrication
  • Perform die repair using mills, lathes, grinders, and hand tools
  • Make in-press repairs of dies/tooling
  • Perform die tryout duties as required
  • Utilize measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, and micrometers to repair/fabricate dies
  • Drive a hi-lo and/or operate overhead crane to transport dies and other heavy equipment
  • Document and record various data for the department
  • Possess basic computer skills

Requirements

  • At least six years of related experience as a Die Maker or a U.S Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in the Die Maker trade
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements including comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background check
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Eligible to work in the United States
  • Must be willing to work flexible shift hours, including day, afternoon, or night shifts, as well as overtime hours, weekends, and holidays with little notice

Additional Information

  • This position may be filled with a Journeyperson or Journeyperson In Training, with compensation ranging from $37.78 to $44.98 per hour depending on status and pay determined by certificates and interview scoring.
  • Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant.