Tool & Die Maker - 3rd Shift - $2,500 Sign-On Retention Bonus!

haier; Concord (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Day 1

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

GE Appliances, a Haier company, LaFayette, GA, is hiring a Tool & Die Maker for the 3rd shift to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain stamping dies and tooling to keep presses running all night. The role requires strong blueprint reading and CNC/EDM capabilities, with experience in wire EDM and CAD/CAM software.

A $2,500 retention bonus is offered and a path for long-term growth. Join a team focused on quality, safety, and continuous improvement, with competitive pay, shift premium, and benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years Tool & Die experience.
• Experience with stamping dies (progressive/transfer preferred).
• Strong blueprint reading and die design interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Lead die troubleshooting and repair during overnight production.
• Maintain, inspect, and rebuild stamping dies and tooling.
• Perform surface grinding, manual machining, CNC work, and EDM operations.
• Fit, adjust, and align die components to tight tolerances.
• Conduct test runs to validate die performance.
• Document all PMs and repair activities.
• Partner with production to keep presses running efficiently.

Skills

Tool & Die experience

Blueprint reading

CNC machining

Surface grinding

EDM/CAM programming

Tools

SolidWorks/CAD

Wire EDM

CNC programming

GD&T

Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

Tool & Die Maker - Night Shift Troubleshooting (3rd Shift, LaFayette, GA)

$2,500 Retention Bonus!
Receive $1250 after 90 days and $1250 after 180 days for staying and growing with our team.
Shift: 3rd (10:45pm-7:15am)
Our 3rd shift Tool & Die Makers keep the plant running smoothly overnight.

Position

Tool & Die Maker - 3rd Shift - $2,500 Sign-On Retention Bonus!

Location

USA, LaFayette, GA

How You'll Create Possibilities

What You’ll Do

• Lead die troubleshooting and repair during overnight production
• Maintain, inspect, and rebuild stamping dies and tooling
• Perform surface grinding, manual machining, CNC work, and EDM operations
• Fit, adjust, and align die components to tight tolerances
• Conduct test runs to validate die performance
• Document all PMs and repair activities
• Partner with production to keep presses running efficiently

What You'll Bring to Our Team

What You Bring

• Minimum 2 years Tool & Die experience
• Experience with stamping dies (progressive/transfer preferred)
• Strong blueprint reading & die design interpretation
• Manual machining + CNC proficiency
• Ability to make independent tooling decisions

Bonus:

• SolidWorks/CAD, CNC programming, Tool & Die apprenticeship

Also looking for the following capabilities / qualifications in addition to tooling

• Set up and operate Wire EDM machines to cut precision parts according to engineering drawings and specifications
• Program or edit programs using machine controls or CAM software as needed

• 2+ years of Wire EDM machining experience in a manufacturing or tool & die environment
• Experience with precision machining and tight tolerances
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T
• Familiarity with CAM programming or EDM machine controls is a plus

Why You’ll Love 3rd Shift

• Competitive wage + shift premium
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Day 1
• PTO, bonus programs, and tuition reimbursement
• Long-term career growth
• Employee appliance discounts

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities. This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices. By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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