Die Maker Journeyperson - Marion

General Motors; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive payout

UAW hourly employment

Job summary

General Motors in Indiana is seeking qualified Die Maker Journeypersons to build, repair, remodel and maintain dies. You will read blueprints, perform in-press repairs, and fabricate components using mills, lathes and grinders.

The role requires careful adherence to safety procedures and a willingness to work variable shifts with overtime. Applicants must have an Apprenticeship Certificate in Die Maker or six years of documented experience, be eligible to work in the United States, and pass GM's

Qualifications

• Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate in Die Maker or six years of documented experience as a Die Maker.
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete GM hiring process requirements including assessments, hair drug testing, and background check.
• At least 18 years of age and eligible to work in the United States.
• Willing to work flexible shift hours including day, afternoon, or night, with overtime, weekends, and holidays on short notice.
• Position may be filled as Journeyperson or Journeyperson in Training; pay ranges reflect that distinction.
• GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.

Responsibilities

• Follow OSHA standards and company procedures.
• Fabricate/repair dies for production, including welding operations.
• Read blueprints to repair/fabricate dies.
• Perform die repair using mills, lathes and grinders and hand tools.
• In-press die repairs and die/tooling maintenance.
• Conduct die tryouts as required.
• Use calipers, gauge blocks, and micrometers to repair/fabricate dies.
• Drive a hi-lo or operate overhead crane to move dies and heavy equipment.
• Document and record department data.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Die making

Education

Apprenticeship Certificate in Die Maker

Six years' experience as Die Maker

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Measuring instruments

Job description

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

Primary 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 and grinders as well as hand tools
• Make in-press repairs of dies/tooling
• Die tryout duties as required
• Utilize measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, to repair/fabricate dies
• Drive a hi-lo and/or operate overhead crane to transport dies as well as other heavy equipment
• Document and record various data for the department
• Basic computer skills

Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications

• U.S. Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate in Die Maker trade or six (6) years of documented experience as an Die Maker
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which include comprehensive assessments, hair 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 and day, afternoon, or night shift as well as overtime hours daily, weekends and holidays on those shifts with little notice.
• This position may be filled with a Journeyperson or Journeyperson in Training; the Compensation ranges for a JIT include ($39.01-45.51) or a Journeyperson rate of $46.44. Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay.
• GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU NEED OR WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP TO WORK OR TO REMAIN EMPLOYED AT GM (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.).
• If you are a current GM employee operating under a collective bargaining agreement, please contact your local HR/LR for employee placement opportunities.

Benefits

• General Motors UAW hourly employment offers a very competitive compensation and benefit package.
• An annual incentive payout is also available, as qualified.
• Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant.

Physical Requirements

• Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a must
• Ability to work and stand for extended periods
• Comfortably wear personal protective equipment
• Navigate a busy environment
• Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach
• May need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. depending on department
• Occasional sitting during certain tasks
• Drive mobile equipment when needed

Please note – per the labor agreement between GM and the UAW, GM may share information and documentation relating to the credentials of applicants for this position (e.g., resumes, journeyperson cards, interview notes, certificates, etc.) with UAW personnel who have a need to know as part of their role on the UAW skilled trades team.

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