Die Maker Journeyperson - Fairfax

General Motors; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for skilled Die Maker Journeypersons to join their team. This role involves building, repairing, and maintaining dies with minimal supervision, ensuring adherence to safety standards and company policies. You'll have the opportunity to work with various materials and utilize advanced tools while contributing to the production process. If you have a passion for precision and craftsmanship, this is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your skills in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in die making and repair with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read blueprints and utilize various tools for fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and repair dies for production, including welding operations.
• Conduct die tryout duties and perform in-press repairs.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint Reading

Die Repair

Machining (Mills, Lathes, Grinders)

Safety Procedures (OSHA)

Basic Computer Skills

Tools

Measuring Instruments (Calipers, Gauge Blocks, Micrometers)

Hi-lo

Overhead Crane

Job description

The Role

General Motors is seeking qualified Die Maker Journeypersons. Working under minimal supervision, the Die Maker Journeyperson is responsible for building, repairing, remodeling, and maintaining all types of dies using various materials.

Primary Responsibilities:

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