Tool & Die Maker - 2nd Shift - $1,500 Sign-On Retention Bonus!

GE Appliances•LaFayette, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The GEA Way At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GEA Way philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities. This 2nd shift Tool & Die Maker role puts your skills front and center—supporting uptime, quality, and tooling performance.

Requirements

2+ years of stamping die repair or die making
Ability to interpret technical drawings, prints, and die designs
Machining experience (grinding, milling, turning)
Strong troubleshooting under pressure
Understanding of modern press & stamping principles
2+ years of Wire EDM machining experience in a manufacturing or tool & die environment
Experience with precision machining and tight tolerances
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T

Nice To Haves

CAD/CAM
CNC machining
ProtoTrak
Wire EDM
apprenticeship training
Familiarity with CAM programming or EDM machine controls is a plus

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair dies in press during production
Maintain and rebuild stamping dies, tooling, and components
Polish draw dies to reduce friction and improve part quality
Run manual & CNC machining equipment and EDM
Install, adjust, and optimize die performance
Inspect finished work for accuracy, smoothness, and contour
Communicate across shifts to ensure continuity
Complete PM sheets and maintain safety & 5S standards
Set up and operate Wire EDM machines to cut precision parts according to engineering drawings and specifications
Program or edit programs using machine controls or CAM software as needed