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
Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:
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.
