Mechanical Journeyperson (Die Maker) - Arlington, TX

Die Maker JourneypersonThe 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 proceduresFabricate and/or repair dies for production, including performing required welding operationsRead blueprints to perform die repair/fabricationPerform die repair, using mills, lathes and grinders as well as hand toolsMake in-press repairs of dies/toolingDie tryout duties as requiredUtilize measuring instruments such as calipers, gauge blocks, micrometers, to repair/fabricate diesDrive a hi-lo and/or operate overhead crane to transport dies as well as other heavy equipmentDocument and record various data for the departmentBasic computer skillsAdditional DescriptionInterested 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 include comprehensive assessments, drug testing, and a background checkAt least 18 years of ageEligible to work in the United StatesMust 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.Physical RequirementsQuick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals are a mustAbility to work and stand for extended periodsComfortably wear personal protective equipmentNavigate a busy environmentBend, twist, kneel, crouch, and reachMay need to lift or carry materials weighing up to 50 lbs. depending on departmentOccasional sitting during certain tasksDrive mobile equipment when neededGeneral 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.