Job Abstract

TOOL & DIE SPECIALIST - LEVEL 4/5 (1ST SHIFT)

SpaceX is seeking a motivated Tool and Die specialist to assist in the commissioning, planned maintenance, and repairs of its internal injection molding, die-casting and stamping tools. This individual will be working with cross-functional teams and bridging gaps between production, and maintenance operations. Excellent tool and die skills is crucial for the team to achieve success. The ideal candidate has a proven track-record of success in similar environments within the industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Help lead the maintenance, repair and modification of molds for plastic injection, die casting and stamping of various sizes
• Responsible for the correct disassembly and assembly of molds in a safe, efficient and timely manner
• Repair and/or fabricate cores, cavities, and various other components
• Hand work repairs to part details, parting lines, lifters, slides, polished cavities, texture, venting and spotting
• Support production and maintenance with troubleshooting
• Create and maintain mold spare parts lists
• Identify and implement proactive systems to achieve consistent reduction in manufacturing defects and productivity concerns
• 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

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• 7+ years hands-on technician experience with tool and die maintenance and/or repair
• 1+ years of welding experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of hands-on technician experience with tool and die maintenance and/or repair
• 1+ years of TIG welding experience on tool steels
• 1+ years of machining experience for minor mold component repair/replacement
• Demonstrated experience in production mold maintenance producing high volume parts
• Basic electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair (i.e., hot runner system, slide or core action limit switches, sequential valve gate cylinders)
• Experience with interpretation of dimensional inspection results (check fixtures, CMM or vision systems)
• Professional experience with laser welding, preferably expertise working with steel
• Professional experience with tool(s) polishing
• Professional experience with texturing/graining tools
• 3+ years of professional experience with CNC machining of tool/die components
• Professional experience within manufacturing on new product launch process
• Strong analytic problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Work efficiently and productively in independent and team settings
• Communicate clearly using excellent written and verbal skills
• Familiarity/experience with MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work the 1st shift as well as overtime and weekends as needed; estimated shift times: 1st shift: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm.
• Standing for long periods of time, climbing up and down ladders, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and stretching are generally required to perform the functions of this position
• Must be willing to work overtime and or weekends as needed

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Pay range:

Tool & Die Specialist/Level 4: $42.00 - $52.00/hour

Tool & Die Specialist/Level 5: $46.00 - $60.00/hour

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year.