Die Maker Journeyperson - Wentzville Assembly

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.

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:   At least six (6) years of related experience as an 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 includes  comprehensive 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 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 ($37.78-$44.08) or Journeyperson rate of ($44.98). Certificates/credentials and scoring in interview will determine your status and pay.

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. 



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