Die Maker Journeyperson - Fairfax
Die Maker Journeyperson - Fairfax
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Job Description
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 inpress repairs of dies/tooling
Die tryout duties as required
Utilize measuring instruments such as calipers gauge blocks micrometers to repair/fabricate dies
Drive a hilo 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
Additional Job Description
Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:
At least six (6) years of related experience as a Die Maker or a U.S Department of Labor Certificate of Completion in the Die Maker trade
Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements which includescomprehensive assessments drug testing and a background check
At least 18 years of age
Eligible to work in the United States
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.
GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATIONRELATED 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. H1B 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 ($36.78 42.90) or Journeyperson rate of ($43.78). Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay.
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
General 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.
Diversity Information
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of discrimination but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that workforce diversity creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers. We understand and embrace the variety through which people gain experiences whether through professional personal educational or volunteer opportunities. GM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications and apply for any positions that match your skills and capabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statements
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Employment Type
Full-Time
