Tool & Die Specialist, Plastics
Tesla - fremont, CA
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The Tool and Die Specialist will report to the Tool and Die Supervisor and will be responsible for performing tooling change, preventative maintenance, and repairs on automotive injection molds. Excellent tool and die craftsmanship skills is crucial for the team to achieve success. The ideal candidate has a proven record of success in similar environments. He/she must have the ability to work with various teams within manufacturing. The successful candidate for this position takes pride in his/her hands-on and analytical abilities, organization skills and attention to detail. He/she appreciates an environment where superior work is encouraged, noticed, and rewarded. Responsibilities Support design engineering to evaluate feasibility and implementation of tooling changes to accommodate part change Assist process engineering with part processing and troubleshooting for ongoing scrap reduction, cycle time reduction and downtime reduction Responsible for the correct disassembly and assembly of molds in a safe and timely manner Identify and implement proactive systems to achieve consistent reduction in injection molding defects and productivity concerns Support production floor to repair and/or fabricate cores, cavities, and various other components of automotive injection molds ranging from small 200t interior parts to large 3000t fascia Maintain mold preventative maintenance systems, including following and developing detailed work instructions to manage on schedule completion of activities Maintain and stock mold spare parts Requirements 5+ years hands-on experience working in mold maintenance and repair (i.e., hot runner system, slide or core action limit switches, SVG cylinders) including new vehicle development and launch activities Possess machining skills for minor mold component repair and replacement Knowledge with interpretation of dimensional inspection results (checking fixture, CMM or vision system) and TIG welding Strong analytic problem-solving skills and organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail Ability to work with and develop production performance metrics (efficiency, quality, safety, throughput, costs) Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal Physical 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/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, bump cap 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 Expected Compensation $32.00 - $54.76/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.
Created: 2024-10-14