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Tool & Die Specialist

Tesla Motors, Inc.
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Grand Rapids
Aug 14, 2025
What to Expect

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.

Shift: 3:15PM-1:45AM; Monday - Friday


What You'll Do
  • 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

What You'll Bring
  • 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

Essential Physical Demands:

  • 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

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)
  • 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
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