Tool & Die Specialist, Press

Tesla•Fremont, CA

1d•$32 - $55

About The Position

Highly skilled Tool and Die Specialists who have experience with performing preventative maintenance and repairs on automotive dies. The Tool and Die Specialist will support the Stamping Department, maintaining the dies to meet production standards and goals in a timely manner. We are looking for candidates who are shift flexible and available to work overtime, based on business needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience, 5+ years hands-on experience working in automotive die maintenance and repair
Class A work experience, interior or exterior body panels/large transfer dies
Tool and Die trade obtained at a die design and build facility including hands-on CNC die surface machining, welding, and spotting experience
Knowledge of world class production systems – i.e., Toyota Production System (TPS), General Motors Systems (GMS), or equivalent
Experience in new vehicle development and launch activities. Understand interpretation of dimensional inspection results (checking fixture, CMM or vision system)
Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs). Strong analytic problem-solving skills and organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
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/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/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

Responsibilities

Maintain die PM system, including detailed work instructions and manage on schedule completion of PM activities
Support defect troubleshooting procedures, die preparation check sheets, and trial procedures
Maintain die spare parts lists and ensure parts are set up and in stock
Follow die cleaning method and adherence to schedule
Identify and implement proactive systems to achieve consistent reduction in stamping defects and productivity concerns
Support development of Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for production dies to identify critical risks and develop appropriate control plans
Troubleshoot press line and minimize die down times during production

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