Full-Time

Pattern Maker Journeyperson

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General Motors

General Motors

10,001+ employees

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

Compensation Overview

$37.98 - $44.31/hr

+ Annual Incentive Payout

Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Bowling Green, OH, USA

Relocation and travel expenses will be the responsibility of the applicant.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • At least six (6) years of related experience as a Pattern Maker or a U.S Department of Labor Certificate of Completion as a Pattern Maker.
  • 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 shifts as well as overtime hours daily, weekend and holidays on those shifts with little notice.
  • Must have experience running lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and other manual/CNC machines and equipment.
  • Must have tig welding experience.
  • Experience using 3D CAD data in CNC programming, with preference in GIBBS/UGNX.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain production and non-production tools per Dimensional Checks.
  • Follow instructions on work performed on tooling per Engineering repairs and changes.
  • Demonstrate strong communication skills with Team Members, Management, and Engineering (verbal and written) on work done or requiring completion, to keep tooling routed through the Pattern Shop and work well within a Team.
  • Work with Global Manufacturing System (GMS) teams to maintain Built-In Quality (BIQ) qualification, Team Members, Team Leaders, and Management.
  • Ability to multi-task and safely operate multiple pieces of machinery for optimal efficiency.
  • Obey/Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE according to all plant and corporate requirements and guidelines.
  • Maintain work area according to GMS Work Place Organization (WPO) standards/Safe work environment.
  • Follow lockout procedures and all safety policies.
  • Use Safe/Good machine practices, programming code, tooling, set-ups, and inspection techniques, making adjustments/offsets to run parts within dimensional tolerances.
  • Accurately complete all quality and inspection paperwork and documentation.
  • The ability to prioritize multiple jobs/tasks with different deadlines, follow jobs in progress with verbal and written instructions.
  • Consult with and resolve related issues required of tooling changes.
Desired Qualifications
  • Preference in GIBBS/UGNX for experience using 3D CAD data in CNC programming.

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company generates revenue through vehicle sales under brands like Chevrolet and Cadillac, as well as financing services via GM Financial. GM is focused on electric vehicles and autonomous driving technologies, while also emphasizing community engagement and diversity, with women making up 55% of its Board of Directors. Its goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements and a commitment to sustainability.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

1908

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What believers are saying

  • New LMR batteries promise longer range and lower costs for EVs.
  • Sterling Anderson's hiring boosts GM's autonomous vehicle capabilities.
  • Simplified loyalty program could increase customer retention and sales.

What critics are saying

  • Paused fuel cell plant may disrupt alternative energy initiatives.
  • Reliance on debt financing poses financial risks if market conditions change.
  • Tariff concerns could pressure GM's North American profit forecasts.

What makes General Motors unique

  • GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
  • Dynamic Fuel Management enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
  • GM's EV battery tech aims for first-to-market advantage.

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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

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