Calibration Technician

Tesla is looking for an individual experienced with calibration programs and technical quality processes to contribute to the Cell Manufacturing team at Gigafactory Texas. As a Calibration Technician, you will be responsible for performing and supporting the daily operation of the calibration program for Tesla's Gigafactory in Austin, Texas. In this role, you will work within the Cell Manufacturing Quality organization providing support to the Production team.



Responsibilities

• Execute the calibration program for a 24x7 manufacturing environment and associated practices for all inspection, test, and measuring equipment
• Conduct the calibration, repair, diagnostics, and modification of industrial process control instrumentation for Gigafactory Texas Cell Manufacturing lines and manage associated technical documentation and operational procedures
• Review calibration test results and certificates for accuracy
• Train equipment owners in use of the calibration program
• Communicate status of all calibrated equipment to equipment owners, including: TPM activity for all on-site tooling, tracking total cost of ownership for each tool, alerting stakeholders of repeat tool failures
• Track all tools requiring special repair/calibration by external vendor: schedule on-site and off-site calibrations, create service contracts, maintain documentation for continued certification and utilization of external calibration laboratories, address issues that arise during calibration of equipment by external vendors
• Support the Company's mission, vision, values, and goals in performance of daily activities

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in relevant calibration laboratories or quality operations positions
• Knowledge and working experience of ISO 17025
• Understanding and application of Control Plans
• Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Proven strong technical quality support and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize in highly dynamic production environment
• Must possess excellent communication skills and proficiency in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point)

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)
• LGBTQ+ care concierge services
• 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