Tool & Die Specialist

Tesla • Grand Rapids, MI

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees