Tool & Die Specialist, Castings

What To Expect
As a Tool & Die Specialist, you will support die-set maintenance and tooling changes for production in the Castings department. The ideal candidates will possess excellent craftsmanship, the ability to troubleshoot, and a commitment to safety and production goals.

What You'll Do

Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and tooling changes for production die-sets

Support the design and implementation of tooling changes to accomodate part modifications

Maintain and manage die-set preventative maintenance (PM) system, including scheduling and updating work instructions

Troubleshoot defects and support the preparatioon of die check sheets and trail procedures

Maintain die-set spare parts lists, ensuring parts are stocked and readily available

Develop and implement systems to reduce defects, improve productivity, and minimize downtime

Collaborate on Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify risks and create control plans for production dies

What You'll Bring

3 years of hands-on experience in production of and maintaining dies producing structural aluminum die castings. Apprenticeship certification in Tool & Die or equivalent experience

Experience with high-speed die-sets, including tooling material selection, and knowledge of CNC die surface machining, welding, and spotting

Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles (waste elimination, continuous improvement, Just-in-Time, etc.)

Ability to interpret dimensional inspection results (CMM, checking fixture, or vision systems)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and strong analytical skills

Ability to work independently and in a team, managing tight deadlines and competing priorities

Must have command of English language, both written and verbal

Essential Physical Demands:

Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day on varied and uneven terrain including concrete surfaces

Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day

Must be able to fequently and repetitively lift/carry 30 lbs. and up to 50 lbs. infrequently

Frequently and repetitively push heavy carts and dollies

The ability to carry up to 20 lbs. up and down flights of stairs multiple times a day

Ability to drive cars & trucks back and forth while being outside of the factory for up to 12 hours/day

Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures while bearing hand tools on their person. For example, climbing ladders while wearing a tool belt

Ability to identify issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing

Follow all safety rules and guidelines inlcuding wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing the above-mentioned activities

Ability to correctly wear respiratory protection such as half and full-face respirators, if required, for up to 12 hours/day

Ability to perform the above-mentioned activities while working in outdoor weather conditions

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

$28.80 - $54.63/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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