Tool & Die Specialist, Cybertruck, Press

Technical expert in Tool & Die with advanced skills in welding, CNC machining, and die making. Proficient in using hand tools and experienced with Class A automotive dies. Responsible for die maintenance and repair to uphold production standards. Must be flexible with shifts and available for overtime.
Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize die preventive maintenance (PM) system and ensure adherence to PM schedules
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and repair of die defects
• Oversee and refine die preparation and trial processes
• Manage and update die spare parts inventory, ensuring availability and readiness
• Implement and monitor die cleaning protocols and schedules
• Develop and deploy systems to minimize stamping defects and enhance productivity
• Conduct and support Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for dies, focusing on risk mitigation and control

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience in automotive die maintenance
• Minimum 5 years of experience with Class A automotive dies, including expertise in welding, CNC machining, and die fabrication
• Skilled in using hand tools and experience with large transfer dies and aluminum stamped panels
• Proficient in Toyota Production System (TPS), General Motors Systems (GMS), or similar production methodologies
• Experience with dimensional inspection tools and methods, such as CMM and vision systems
• Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to perform under pressure and manage tight deadlines

Essential Physcial Demands

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours a day, including over varied and uneven terrain
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours a day
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
• Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing Protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

Compensation and Benefits
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

• Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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