Tool & Die Supervisor, Cybertruck, Castings – AUSTIN, Texas

Tesla

  • Full Time

What to Expect

The Castings Tool & Die Supervisor will manage the Tool & Die team with a focus on high pressure die casting within the automotive sector. The role requires advanced technical skills in various Tool & Die craftsmanship skills, breakdown management, root cause investigation and problem recurrence prevention, PM system development, implementation, and spare parts management.

This person must be able to build upon previous successes and take our Tool & Die team to the next level. The candidate must be capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and department leaders to address concerns and issues that affect safety, part quality, production efficiency, and die function.

What You’ll Do

Supervise and guide Tool & Die Specialists in high-pressure die casting processes

Manage team performance, including scheduling, task delegation, and overtime

Define daily operational tasks and set clear directions for the team

Collaborate with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and Tooling Design Engineering

Interface with customer departments and managers to address requirements and feedback

Develop, implement, and maintain standards, procedures, and methodologies

Lead project management for die repairs, refurbishments, and engineering changes

What You’ll Bring

Completed Tool & Die Apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training

5+ years of supervisory experience in high-pressure die casting or related fields

Expertise in project management and die maintenance

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Proven ability to manage and motivate teams under pressure

Strong technical problem-solving and root cause analysis skills

Excellent communication and leadership abilities

AUSTIN, Texas

Full time

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