General Motors · 7 hours ago
Pattern Maker In Training - MFG
Saginaw, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelGeneral Motors is a company committed to leading the change towards a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions, and Zero Congestion. They are seeking a Pattern Maker in Training to assist in the maintenance and repair of tooling and molds while working collaboratively with skilled Pattern Makers and various teams.
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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
Blueprint reading – must have sufficient knowledge of shop math to make calculations and draft allowances to maintain dimensions, contours, profiles, etc
Understanding of materials, tools, and tool applications
Must be proficient in the use of measuring tools/instruments to layout and verify all dimensions and tolerances required of trades
Must have ability to work with diverse groups, be self-motivated and mentor others in problem solving and innovation
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
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
Qualification
Required
Work with other skilled Pattern Makers in the maintenance and repair of tooling, dies, robotic end of arm tooling and mold tools
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
Blueprint reading – must have sufficient knowledge of shop math to make calculations and draft allowances to maintain dimensions, contours, profiles, etc
Understanding of materials, tools, and tool applications
Must be proficient in the use of measuring tools/instruments to layout and verify all dimensions and tolerances required of trades
Must have ability to work with diverse groups, be self-motivated and mentor others in problem solving and innovation
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
Must have experience running lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses, and other manual/CNC machines and equipment
Must have tig welding experience
Preferred
Experience using 3D CAD data in CNC programming, with preference in GIBBS/UGNX
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Company
General Motors
General Motors is an automotive company that designs, produces, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
Founded in 1908
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$8.51BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2024-10-31Grant· $8M
2024-07-11Grant· $500M
Leadership Team
Mary Barra
Chair and Chief Executive Officer
Tony Cervone
Senior Vice President, Global Communications
Recent News
2026-02-12
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