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Lead Tool & Die Specialist, Plastics

Tesla
Fremont, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/4/2026
What To Expect
The Lead Tool & Die Specialist reports to the Tool & Die Supervisor and is responsible for assisting department leaders with successful completion of scheduled and unscheduled work within the shop. Lead by example, this is primarily but not limited to, performing preventative maintenance, repairs, ECO’s, jig/fixture work, and miscellaneous request asked of the shop.

The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in an environment where superior quality work is expected, encouraged, noticed, and rewarded. We are looking for candidates who are shift flexible and available to work overtime, based on business needs.

What You'll Do

  • Oversee hourly Tool and Die Specialists and Apprentices to ensure work orders are completed and closed in a timely manner
  • Coordinate tool and die work, engineering changes, mold modifications, and repairs with line production and other teams to ensure molds are ready to run
  • Communicate, define, and delegate daily task between shifts to ensure jobs continue the same path and direction
  • Update leadership stakeholders (Production, Maintenance, Sub-Assembly) on all job statuses
  • Develop and train teams with skill leveling
  • Identify and implement proactive systems to achieve consistent reduction in injection molding defects and productivity concerns
  • Support engineering to evaluate feasibility and implementation


  • What You'll Bring

  • Completion of Tesla’s Tool and Die Apprenticeship program or currently a Tool and Die Specialist, S3 (III) or above that meet internal mobility eligibility requirements
  • 5 years hands-on experience working in mold maintenance and repair (i.e., hot runner system, slide or core action limit switches, SVG cylinders) including new vehicle development and launch activities
  • Possess machining skills for minor mold component repair and replacement
  • Knowledge with interpretation of dimensional inspection results (checking fixture, CMM or vision system) and TIG welding
  • Strong analytic problem-solving skills and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs) Proficient with common MS office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal


  • Benefits
    Compensation and 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


  • Expected Compensation

    $44.45 - $66.78/hour cash and stock awards benefits

    Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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