Tesla · 3 hours ago
Lead Tool & Die Specialist, Plastics
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$44.45/hr - $54.33/hr
5+ years expTesla is seeking a Lead Tool & Die Specialist to assist department leaders with the successful completion of work within the shop. The role involves overseeing Tool and Die Specialists, coordinating tool work, and implementing systems to reduce defects and improve productivity.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Oversee hourly Tool and Die Specialists and Apprentices to ensure work orders are completed and closed in a timely manner
Coordinate tool and die work, engineering changes, mold modifications, and repairs with line production and other teams to ensure molds are ready to run
Communicate, define, and delegate daily task between shifts to ensure jobs continue the same path and direction
Update leadership stakeholders (Production, Maintenance, Sub-Assembly) on all job statuses
Develop and train teams with skill leveling
Identify and implement proactive systems to achieve consistent reduction in injection molding defects and productivity concerns
Support engineering to evaluate feasibility and implementation of tooling changes and part processing/troubleshooting
Qualification
Required
Completion of Tesla's Tool and Die Apprenticeship program or currently a Tool and Die Specialist, S3 (III) or above that meet internal mobility eligibility 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)
Proficient with common MS office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
Ability to climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures and lift, push, and carry 50 lbs
Ability to perform physical work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours per day
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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