We are seeking an energetic, highly motivated, team-oriented Quality Technician be responsible for evaluating parts produced on various lines (electro-mechanical components and subassemblies, body in white, welding, powder coat, general/final assembly), and end of line testing in a high-speed environment. Technicians will flag production parts found to be suspect or nonconforming, remove from line and support engineering with containment activities through clean point to ensure Tesla standards are being met. Technicians must be prepared to escalate concerns to the appropriate party and always promote a culture of quality. The purpose of the Quality Technician is to minimize the number of defective parts that are sent to downstream departments and assist multiple teams in maintaining and improving overall part quality, yielding beneficial results and higher efficiency for Tesla.

Responsibilities

• Guide production teams to properly disposition parts as good for use, need repair, or scrap, with ability to lift and walk with objects up to 30 pounds in weight
• Document & communicate any identified defects. Escalate concerns that are not being properly resolved in your immediate work area
• Comprehend current production quality standards and determine if ongoing production meets those standards
• Communicate emerging and trending quality issues to prevent negative impact to the factory
• Construct and maintain strong relationships with members of all nearby teams
• Provide day to day production support on quality concerns and develop and implement short/long term countermeasure to quality problems while maintaining operation efficiency
• Align with Quality engineering team to support incoming and in-process quality activities

Requirements

• Ability to identify and differentiate between several defect types and determine severity and required response
• Ability to perform detailed daily record keeping and reporting of quality issues that will be referenced by technicians, engineers, and management
• Ability to communicate new defect information to team leadership and counterparts
• Ability to build solid relationships with several teams in multiple departments
• Ability to be personable and effective with command of the English language both verbal and written communication
• Ability to apply critical thinking skillset to engage and troubleshoot new quality issues
• Experience with basic measurement and inspection tools is a plus. Calipers, Torque Wrenches, Gauges, Measuring Tape, etc.

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

$25.88 - $49.00/hour + 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.