Tool & Die Specialist

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What To Expect

As a Tool and Die specialist you are responsible for designing, fabricating, assembling, and repairing high-quality tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures used in manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent craftmanship, a strong understanding of metalworking, and the ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings to ensure optimal performance of tools and dies.

Shift : 3 : 15PM-1 : 45AM; Monday - Friday

What You'll Do

Build and assemble new tools, dies, jigs, and fixtures to meet engineering specifications

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

Collaborate with engineers and production teams to troubleshoot issues related to tooling or manufacturing processes

Conduct rigorous testing and inspection of tools and dies to ensure conformance with quality standards

Document findings and maintain accurate records of tooling projects and repairs

What You'll Bring

5+ years of hands-on experience with Class A Tool and Die Manufacturing

Apprenticeship certification in Tool & Die or equivalent experience

Proficiency in operating machine tools (manual and CNC)

Strong knowledge of metallurgy, heat treatment, and material properties

Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)

Must have command of the 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 frequently 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 including 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 :

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)

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

, Tesla

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Utilities

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