Tesla
Tool & Die Specialist, Cybertruck, Castings
Tesla, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Experienced Tool & Die Specialist with advanced skills in injection molding, precision machining, and tool maintenance. Responsible for managing and optimizing molds and dies throughout their lifecycle, including procurement, repair, and enhancement.
Responsibilities
Operate and troubleshoot production molds and dies, addressing alarms and breakdowns to minimize downtimeImplement and refine preventive maintenance (PM) documents and schedules as directedExecute major repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls on molds and diesOrganize and coordinate shift and weekend operations to ensure uninterrupted productionDevelop and update PM procedures and maintenance protocols for all equipmentSupport cross-functional teams and execute additional technical tasks as requiredDesign, fabricate, and document modifications and improvements to tools and diesRequirements
Completed Tool & Die Apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training2+ years of hands-on experience with injection molding tools, stamping dies, or high-pressure die casting systemsAdvanced proficiency in precision machining, grinding, milling, lathe operations, and weldingExpertise in die building, die casting, extrusion, molding, and hydraulic system repairSkilled in nitro cylinder repair and comprehensive tool maintenanceStrong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systemsCompetent in using Microsoft Office and email applications for technical documentationEssential Physical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a dayAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrainFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairsFrequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install partsStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/dayClimb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structuresAbility to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearingPotential exposure to confined spaces, elevated heat and hazardous materialsWearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, hearing protection and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelineCompensation and BenefitsBenefits
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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program
Responsibilities
Operate and troubleshoot production molds and dies, addressing alarms and breakdowns to minimize downtimeImplement and refine preventive maintenance (PM) documents and schedules as directedExecute major repairs, rebuilds, and overhauls on molds and diesOrganize and coordinate shift and weekend operations to ensure uninterrupted productionDevelop and update PM procedures and maintenance protocols for all equipmentSupport cross-functional teams and execute additional technical tasks as requiredDesign, fabricate, and document modifications and improvements to tools and diesRequirements
Completed Tool & Die Apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training2+ years of hands-on experience with injection molding tools, stamping dies, or high-pressure die casting systemsAdvanced proficiency in precision machining, grinding, milling, lathe operations, and weldingExpertise in die building, die casting, extrusion, molding, and hydraulic system repairSkilled in nitro cylinder repair and comprehensive tool maintenanceStrong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systemsCompetent in using Microsoft Office and email applications for technical documentationEssential Physical Demands
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a dayAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrainFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairsFrequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install partsStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/dayClimb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structuresAbility to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearingPotential exposure to confined spaces, elevated heat and hazardous materialsWearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, hearing protection and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelineCompensation and BenefitsBenefits
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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)LGBTQ+ care concierge services401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program