Die Maker Journeyperson - Bedford Casting Operations at General Motors

Bedford, Indiana, United States

General Motors Logo
$79,373 – $92,574Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
NoVisa
Automotive, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • U.S. Department of Labor Completion of Apprenticeship Certificate in Die Maker trade or six (6) years of documented experience as a Die Maker
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete the General Motors hiring process requirements, including comprehensive assessments, hair drug testing, and a background check
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Eligible to work in the United States (no immigration sponsorship provided)
  • Willing to work flexible shift hours (day, afternoon, or night) as well as overtime hours daily, weekends, and holidays with little notice
  • Quick response to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
  • 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
  • Basic computer skills

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
  • Perform 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
  • Work under minimal supervision to build, repair, remodel, and maintain all types of dies using various types of material

Skills

Die Making
Welding
Blueprint Reading
Milling
Lathe Operation
Grinding
Measuring Instruments
Calipers
Micrometers
Hi-Lo Operation
Overhead Crane
Basic Computer Skills

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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