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General Motors Die Maker Journeyperson - Fairfax in Kansas City, Kansas

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 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 

Additional Job Description

*Interested individuals must meet the following minimum qualifications:  *

  • At least six (6) years of relatedexperience 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 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 ($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

GM is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. GM is committed to providing a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and advancing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, all practices and decisions relating to terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment are made without regard to an individual's protected characteristics. For purposes of this policy, “protected characteristics" include an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, weight, height, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at Careers.Accommodations@GM.com or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.​

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