General Motors

Maintenance Group Leader - Tool and Die

General Motors • $75K — $95K *
Arlington, TX 76010In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Experience in Tool & Die, Stamping, or related manufacturing processes.
  • Knowledge of stamping dies and press operations.
  • Demonstrated leadership in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across teams.
  • Willingness to work flexible shifts including weekends and off-hours.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
  • Enforce a zero-injury safety culture and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Coordinate maintenance and repair of tools and dies.
  • Prioritize and schedule work based on production needs.
  • Utilize structured problem-solving to address issues and enhance die performance.
  • Collaborate with departments to resolve tooling and launch concerns.
  • Support GM systems and initiatives in the Tool & Die area.
  • Develop and coach team members for skill enhancement.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for training and skill development.
  • Access to GM systems and initiatives.
  • Supportive of flexible working hours for operational needs.
  • Engagement in a zero-injury safety culture.
Full Job Description
Job Description
  • If you are a current employee of General Motors working in a per diem, hourly, or regular salaried role, you must apply through the internal careers page. Please navigate to https://workday.gm.com and search for GM Find Jobs.


The Role:

The Tool & Die Group Leader - Arlington Assembly is responsible for leading a team of skilled tool and die makers and related support personnel to safely achieve production, quality, and cost objectives in the stamping operation. This role provides day-to-day leadership, drives problem solving, and ensures that tools, dies, and associated equipment are maintained to support stable operations and continuous improvement in the Marion Metal Center Tool & Die area.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities):
  • Lead a team of tool & die employees to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets.
  • Champion a zero-injury safety culture; ensure compliance with all GM safety policies, lockout/tagout, and regulatory requirements.
  • Coordinate tool and die maintenance, repair, and tryout activities to support press uptime and product launch requirements.
  • Prioritize and schedule work (corrective, preventive, and improvement tasks) in alignment with production needs.
  • Use structured problem-solving (e.g., root cause analysis, 5-Why) to address chronic issues and improve die performance.
  • Partner with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Quality to resolve tooling concerns and launch new/modified dies.
  • Support implementation of GM systems and initiatives (e.g., GMS, PMQH, layered audits, standardization, best-practice sharing, WPO Standards for area of responsibility).
  • Develop, coach, and performance-manage team members; support training and skill development for Tool & Die personnel.
  • Monitor key metrics (safety, downtime, scrap, overtime, cost) and implement countermeasures as required.
  • Ensure accurate documentation of tool changes, repair histories, and standards.
  • Support weekend and off-shift coverage as required by business needs.


Specific physical requirements of the position include the ability to:
  • Work in a loud manufacturing environment that may not be climate controlled (conditions can be hot or cold)
  • Possess good physical stamina and coordination to frequently and repetitively:
    • Bend, twist, kneel, crouch and reach to perform work
    • Lift or carry materials weighing up to 15 lbs. and periodically carry or lift materials weighing up to 40 lbs.
    • Walk and stand for prolonged periods of time
    • Occasionally sit, climb (including ladders and lifts) and drive vehicles and equipment
  • Read standardized work instructions, operate machines and tools, and perform quality inspections
  • Promptly detect and respond to safety instructions, alarms, and signals
  • Wear personal protective equipment, for example: safety glasses, gloves, hats, ear plugs, and safety shoes


Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
  • Demonstrated experience in Tool & Die, Stamping, or closely related manufacturing operations.
  • Working knowledge of stamping dies, press operations, and tool room practices.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience (group leader, team leader, supervisor, or equivalent).
  • Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization skills in a fast-paced production environment.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate clearly with hourly and salaried employees.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and off-shifts, to support operations.
  • 18 years of age or older
  • High School Diploma or equivalent


What Can Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
  • Prior Tool & Die Group Leader or similar leadership role within GM or automotive manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with GM Global Manufacturing System (GMS), PMQH, and related manufacturing systems and standards.
  • Strong understanding of die design, tryout, and optimization.
  • Proficiency with standard office and manufacturing systems (e.g., Outlook, SharePoint, maintenance tracking tools).

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General Motors Company engages in the manufacture and sale of cars and trucks in the United States, China, Brazil, Germany, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Italy. It offers sedans, crossovers, sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, coupes, sports/convertibles and hybrid vehicles, hatchbacks/wagons, and vans, as well as mini cars in India. The company also provides parts and accessories, such as iPod and MP3 compatibility, mobility accessories, performance parts, AC parts and services, and merchandise. In addition, it offers vehicle safety, security, and information services. The company provides used vehicles. It offers its products through dealers and distributors. General Motors Company was formerly known as NGMCO, Inc. and changed its name to General Motors Company in July 2009. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Detroit, Michigan. It operates manufacturing facilities in India, the United States, and Canada. General Motors Company operates as a subsidiary of the United States Department of The Treasury. General Motors led global vehicle sales for 77 consecutive years from 1931 through 2007, longer than any other automaker, and is currently among the world's largest automakers by vehicle unit sales. General Motors acts in most countries outside the USA via wholly-owned subsidiaries but operates in China through 10 joint ventures. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In 2009, General Motors shed several brands, closing Saturn, Pontiac, and Hummer, and emerged from a government-backed Chapter 11 reorganization. In 2010, GM made an initial public offering IPOs to date and returned to profitability later that year.

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Size
157,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$6.4 billion
Founded
1908
5 Year Trend
-3.2%
Revenue
$122.4 billion
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