Die Maker Journeyperson - Marion

General Motors; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled Die Maker Journeypersons to join their team. In this role, you will work with minimal supervision to build, repair, and maintain various types of dies. Your expertise in reading blueprints, performing welding operations, and utilizing precision tools will be essential in ensuring production efficiency. This opportunity offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where safety and quality are paramount. If you are a dedicated tradesperson looking to make a significant impact in a leading manufacturing company, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Skilled tradesperson with experience in die making and repair.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform welding operations.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and repair dies for production using various tools.
• Follow safety procedures and document departmental data.

Skills

Blueprint Reading

Welding Operations

Die Fabrication

Basic Computer Skills

Safety Procedures

Tools

Mills

Lathes

Grinders

Measuring Instruments

Hi-lo

Overhead Crane

Job description

The Role

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