Orion Assembly Hiring Event
Location: MSU Troy Campus
811 W Square Lake Rd, Troy, MI 48098
Thursday October 2nd
7:00am - 12:00pm
3:00pm – 6:00pm
Saturday October 4th
8:00am - 1:00pm
Please bring all applicable certifications or credentials to the hiring event.
Description
Be part of the future of manufacturing at GM’s retooled Lake Orion Assembly plant, launching production in 2027. Backed by a multi-billion-dollar investment, the facility will build the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra. With a state-of-the-art paint shop, body shop, and battery module assembly all under one roof, Lake Orion is set to become a hub of cutting-edge vehicle production - and we're hiring the team to help drive it forward.
The Role
General Motors has needs for qualified Pipefitter Journeypersons and Journeypersons in Training. This role will be working under minimal supervision executing the primary responsibilities listed below.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Follow established safety procedures according to OSHA standards and company procedures
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Maintain, 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 valves
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Layout, assemble, fabricate, maintain, and repair piping systems
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Use various hand or power tools for measuring, cutting, threading, grooving, bending, soldering, assembling, joining, and installing pipes, valves, and fittings
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Read and interpret blueprints for the mechanical operation and assembly of conveyor systems, material handling systems, robots, and other automation
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Operate mobile equipment (e.g. forklifts, vertical lifts, cranes)
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Determine loading requirements to rig equipment and material for lifting
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Set 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 finishes
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Fabricate punches, tools, steel rule tools and t-sets to exact specifications
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Plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools or assemblies using blueprints, sketches, or models
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Determine 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 indicators
Minimum Qualifications:
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U.S. Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate in Mechanical trade (millwright, pipefitter, toolmaker, machine repair) or six (6) years of documented experience in a Mechanical trade
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At least 18 years of age
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Eligible to work in the United States
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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
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Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which includes comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background check
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
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Experience with robot dress-out and end effectors, such as welding guns, spray guns, and suction cups
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Experience with fluid pumps, pneumatic pumps, and compressors
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Experience with planned maintenance systems and predictive technologies
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Experience with industrial robotics and automation
Physical Requirements
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Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a must
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Ability to work and stand for extended periods
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Comfortably wear personal protective equipment
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Navigate a busy environment
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Bend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reach
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May need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. depending on department
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Occasional sitting during certain tasks
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Drive mobile equipment when needed
General Motors UAW hourly employment offers a very competitive compensation and benefit package. An annual incentive payout is also available, as qualified.
This position may be filled with a Journeyperson or Journeyperson In Training, the compensation ranges for a JIT include ($37.78-$44.08) or Journeyperson rate of $44.98. Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay.
Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant.
If you are a current GM employee operating under a collective bargaining agreement, please contact your local HR/LR for employee placement opportunities.
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.
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.).
