Additive Technician, Die Shop

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Description

As an Additive Technician you will be supporting our die shop team in printing 3D parts for our dies.

Prepare machines, materials, and CAD designs for builds on various AM systems
Set up, operate, and maintain Additive Manufacturing (including Metal AM) machines
Perform post-processing: part breakout, cleaning, sandblasting, surfacing, polishing, and testing
Inspect finished parts against specifications and standards; maintain inventory control
Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve process or equipment issues; pack parts and update paperwork
Complete daily/weekly facility cleanup and collaborate with machine makers on process specs and parameters
Provide input on new product development

2-year degree, technical school certificate preferred, or equivalent experience
2+ years running 3D printers in Additive Manufacturing, Rapid Prototyping, R&D, or service environment preferred
Experience with 3D printing and CAD software (Build Setup, Magics, CATIA, SolidWorks, Pro-E, Fusion 360, Autodesk, Onshape, etc.)
Working knowledge of 3D CAD and design-for-AM / build-prep software (3DXpert and similar)
Knowledge of post-print processes (heat treatment, surface finishing, powder removal, power tools) and ability to produce/inspect complex tight-tolerance parts with limited guidance
Ability to troubleshoot machines after print or equipment failures; proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Strong work ethic, organization, attention to detail, and communication; willingness to work overtime/nights/weekends as needed and to learn/grow on individual projects

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

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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