Automotive Tool and Die Maker

General Motors; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors in Detroit, MI is seeking a Mechanical Journeyperson Toolmaker to build, repair and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs and fixtures that keep production lines running safely and efficiently.

You will interpret blueprints and CAD data, set up and operate CNC and conventional machines, and use precision measuring tools to meet tight tolerances, collaborating with engineering and production teams to improve quality, uptime and safety.

Qualifications

• Must interpret blueprints and CAD data.
• Experience with CNC and conventional machines is desirable.
• Ability to meet tight tolerances and maintain tooling.

Responsibilities

• Build, repair and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs and fixtures.
• Interpret blueprints and CAD data.
• Set up and operate CNC and conventional machines.
• Troubleshoot tooling issues and perform preventive maintenance.
• Help improve quality, uptime and safety in manufacturing.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Team collaboration

Tools

CAD data interpretation

CNC machines

Conventional machines

Precision measuring tools

Job description

General Motors is seeking a Mechanical Journeyperson Toolmaker to support high-volume automotive manufacturing in Detroit, MI. In this role, you will build, repair and maintain precision tools, dies, jigs and fixtures that keep production running safely and efficiently. You will interpret blueprints and CAD data, set up and operate CNC and conventional machines, and use precision measuring tools to meet tight tolerances. Working closely with engineering and production teams, you will troubleshoot tooling issues, perform preventive maintenance and help improve quality, uptime and safety in a culture that values integrity, inclusion and innovation.