Lab Technician, Cell Manufacturing Analytical Lab

The Cell Manufacturing Analytical Lab Technician will ensure that all material, both incoming & in-process meets Tesla's quality specification requirements. This person will be responsible for conducting chemical analysis within a laboratory environment, supporting root cause analysis investigations, and managing escalations for non-conforming material. This person will work closely with Production, Development and Engineering teams to maintain outlined sample turnaround and to drive continuous improvements to the Cell Manufacturing process.


Responsibilities

• Work with a team of Materials Scientists, Engineers, Chemists, and Technicians performing routine quality and failure analysis testing in a 24x7 cell manufacturing quality laboratory
• Perform a variety of routine testing on battery cells and associated materials following established procedures
• Lead instrument calibration, method development, and test validation (MSA, GRR, etc.) for various analytical analysis methods
• Comprehend and interpret chemical analysis data generated by various laboratory instruments, generating laboratory test reports
• Perform wet chemistry techniques, preparing calibration solutions, sample dilutions, and perform preventative maintenance on equipment as required
• Enforce 5S and workplace hygiene standards and maintain inventory of consumable supplies and chemicals
• Support the Company's mission, vision, values and goals in performance of daily activities

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry or related science, or equivalent experience
• 2+ years' experience working in a quality or chemical analysis laboratory with demonstrated expertise in physical materials analysis and associated quality controls
• Previous experience with the operation and interpretation of materials analysis equipment including Powder Rheometers, KF moisture analyzers, Particle Size Analyzers, GC- (MS/FID), ICP-OES, Acid-Base titrators, SEM-EDS, DMA, DSC, and TGA
• Detail-oriented, able to work both independently and in a collaborative project-focused environment, prompt and dependable, with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excels at performing repetitive tasks where both high degrees of accuracy and precision are required
• Comfortable working with chemicals and hazardous materials in a laboratory environment
• Experience in measurement system analysis, gage calibration and statistical data analysis

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


Expected Compensation

$24.40 - $65.40/hour, depending on level + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.