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Entry Level Manufacturing Group Leader - Tool and Die - Bedford
General Motors Company · 🇺🇸 Bedford, Indiana, United States of America
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What General Motors Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles35 certified filings for “Manufacturing Engineer” (Industrial Engineers) in MI: $123k–$139k, median $132k. Most were filed at wage level IV (77%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — General Motors Company
The US Department of Labor certified 606 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
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 General Motors Manufacturing Group is seeking to identify highly motivated and qualified individuals for current and potential future opportunities as a Group Leader. In anticipation of these openings becoming available, we welcome you to apply so we can begin the pre-screening and interview process. Onsite: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Bedford, Indiana on a full-time basis. The Role: The Tool and Die Group Leader is responsible for overseeing the tool and die operations within the manufacturing plant. This role involves leading a team of tool and die makers, ensuring the production of high-quality tools and dies, and maintaining efficient workflow to support automotive manufacturing processes. This position requires the ongoing application and enforcement of the National and Local UAW Agreements. Candidates must possess technical expertise to oversee and support maintenance operations, exercising independent judgment within the framework of Global Manufacturing Systems, with a focus on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE) What You'll Do (Responsibilities): • Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of tool and die makers, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity standards • Oversee the design, fabrication, and maintenance of tools and dies used in automotive manufacturing • Ensure all tools and dies meet specifications and quality standards • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize tool and die operations • Work closely with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to coordinate tool and die activities and support manufacturing goals. • Provide training and development opportunities for team members to enhance their skills and knowledge in tool and die making. • Manage inventory and ensure timely procurement of tools, dies, and related materials. • Prepare and present regular reports on tool and die operations, including productivity, quality, and maintenance activities 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): • Strong interpersonal skills, experience managing conflict and decision making • Familiarity with CAD software, CNC machines, and other tool and die equipment • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues in tool and die operations • High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality • Basic computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Word, typing, email, etc.) • Must be willing to work weekends and rotating shifts • 18 years of age or older • High School Diploma or equivalent What Can Give You a Compet