Mechanical Journeyperson (Toolmaker) - Tonawanda

General Motors Manufacturing - USA; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

General Motors Manufacturing - USA in Buffalo, NY is seeking qualified Mechanical Journeypersons (Toolmaker) to work with minimal supervision and high independence on maintenance, repair, and fabrication of complex production equipment.

The position requires at least six years in a mechanical trade or a recognized DOL certificate, ability to read blueprints, operate CNC tools, and a strong commitment to safety and overtime when needed. Relocation or immigration sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Six or more years of mechanical trade experience or a U.S. DOL certificate.
• Ability to pass GM hiring process including assessments and background check.
• Must be 18+ and eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, dismantle, repair, and replace mechanical and hydraulic components on industrial machinery.
• Read blueprints and interpret layouts for conveyors, robots, and automation systems.
• Operate CNC lathes, mills, and grinders to meet prescribed dimensions.
• Lay out, assemble, fabricate, and repair piping systems and fittings.
• Adhere to safety procedures per OSHA and GM procedures.

Skills

Mechanical trade experience

Robotics experience

Industrial maintenance

Blueprint reading

CNC machinery operation

Piping systems

Safety procedures OSHA

Education

U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in a Mechanical trade

Tools

CNC machine tools

Measuring instruments

Hydraulic systems

Piping fabrication tools

Job description

General Motors has a need for qualified Mechanical Journeypersons (Toolmaker). You will work under minimal supervision with a high level of independent judgement and problem solving. You should be flexible enough to take on and tackle multiple job assignments in a shift.Preferred Experience Includes:Experience with planned maintenance systems and predictive technologiesExperience with industrial robotics, automation, and conveyance systemsPrimary Responsibilities:Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company proceduresMaintain, dismantle, repair, and replace mechanical and hydraulic components (e. g. bearings, seals, details, carriers, etc.) on industrial machinery such as shafting, motors, generators, air compressors, engines, pumps, cylinders, gears, couplings, linkages, ball screws, high speed CNC spindles, coolant systems and filters, and combustion equipment and valvesLayout, assemble, fabricate, maintain, and repair piping systemsUse various hand or power tools for measuring, cutting, threading, grooving, bending, soldering, assembling, joining, and installing pipes, valves, and fittingsRead and interpret blueprints for the mechanical operation and assembly of conveyor systems, material handling systems, robots, and other automationOperate mobile equipment (e.g. forklifts, vertical lifts, cranes)Determine loading requirements to rig equipment and material for liftingSet up and operate conventional or computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders to cut, bore, grind, or otherwise shape parts to prescribed dimensions and finishesFabricate punches, tools, steel rule tools and t-sets to exact specificationsPlan sequences of operations for fabricating tools or assemblies using blueprints, sketches, or modelsDetermine quality of finished products, ensuring defect-free parts, by verifying dimensions, alignment, and clearances for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, and dial indicatorsInterested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:At least six (6) years of related experience in a Mechanical trade (millwright, pipefitter, toolmaker, machine repair) or a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in a Mechanical trade (millwright, pipefitter, toolmaker, machine repair).Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which includes comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background checkAt least 18 years of ageEligible to work in the United StatesMust be willing to work flexible shift hours and day, afternoon, or night shifts as well as overtime hours daily, weekend and holidays on those shifts with little noticeGM 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.This position may be filled with a Journeyperson or Journeyperson In Training, the compensation ranges for a JIT include ($38.92-$45.40) or Journeyperson rate of $46.33. Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay.Physical Requirements:Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a mustAbility to work and stand for extended periodsComfortably wear personal protective equipmentNavigate a busy environmentBend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reachMay need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. depending on departmentOccasional sitting during certain tasksDrive mobile equipment when neededGeneral 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.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.