Tool and Die Supervisor (Press)

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Tesla is accelerating the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles and renewable energy generation and storage.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Tool and Die Supervisor (Press) with experience in all facets of Tool and Die related to plastic injection molding, automotive stamping, or high-pressure die casting.

Die or mold maintenance supervision and leadership experience in supporting both steady production and new product or die/mold.

Needs to be well-versed in various tool and die craftsmanship skills, breakdown management, root cause investigation and problem recurrence prevention, PM system development and implementation, and spare parts management.

Education Level

• Not mentioned, yet a High School Diploma will be a plus

Work Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience working in automotive die maintenance and repair (stamping dies, plastic injection molds, or high-pressure die-cast molds)
• Completion of a Tool and Die apprenticeship program or equivalent with 5+ years of experience in leadership
• Aluminum stamping or structural die casting experience (a plus)
• Project management experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assign daily tasks, manage work schedule, and set direction for the Tool and Die Specialists
• Assist with budget development and reporting
• Develop and create standard procedures and methods as well as maintain updates as required
• Identify and maintain spare parts inventory and tracking system
• Interact with Production, Manufacturing, and Design Engineering to align with set goals
• Project management repair, refurbishment, and engineering change implementation
• Train and develop individual teams to skill-level objectives

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to motivate in high-pressure situations and develop individualized development plans to improve weaknesses and leverage strengths
• Good overall people management skills
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

Physical Demands

• Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods, up to 12 hours a day
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, or other high structures
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift, and reach to install parts
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push, and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods, including up to 12 hours/day
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing Protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) with employer match,
• Aetna PPO and HSA plans
• Company Paid (Health Savings Account)
• Company-paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts and perks program
• Family-building, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• Sick/Vacation time and Paid Holidays
• Tesla Babies program

Employer’s Statement

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.