What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool & Die Specialist, Components position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
What to Expect
What You'll Do
What You'll Bring
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The successful candidate for the Tool and Die Specialist position will be responsible for supporting the procurement of new and replacement injection molding tools and stamping dies, trial runs of new molds/dies, cleaning, maintenance, and repair of all Tesla's molds and dies. The candidate should be well versed in the operation of basic tool room equipment. Additionally desired specialized skill sets include: Laser Micro welding, TIG and MIG welding; Basic proficiency in the following software a big plus: Solidworks, Catia, and Surfcam software.
What You'll Do
- Provide day-to-day coverage for production molds/dies, swiftly responding to alarms, breakdowns, and production requests to minimize downtime
- Implement and modify PM documents and schedules under Tool and Die Supervisor's guidance
- Perform major repairs, rebuilds, and coordinate between shift and weekend work for smooth operations
- Assist in developing PMs and procedures for equipment maintenance
- Design, fabricate, and fully document Tool and Die improvements and modifications
- Troubleshoot electrical/mechanical systems and connections between Tool and Die and machines
- Manage Tool and Die consumables and spare part inventory, providing effective direction, coaching, and training to enhance shift employees' skills and support production goals
What You'll Bring
- Possess a minimum of 2 years of experience maintaining injection molding tools, stamping dies, or high-pressure die casting equipment
- Demonstrate expertise in at least one trade, proficiency in others, and a willingness to learn additional skills
- Proven experience in fostering a positive atmosphere within a collaborative work team
- Highly desired experience in hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems
- Exhibit good overall computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Willingness to work overtime as needed to ensure operational requirements are met
- Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.