EHS Technician, Cell Manufacturing & Cathode

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What to Expect

Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Technicians are a critical part of the EHS team at Tesla. Reporting to the EHS lead within a specific line of production, the EHS Technician is involved in a wide range of work across multiple EHS programs. The EHS Technician supports day-to-day operations by handling EHS inspections, improving employee engagement, collecting and recording EHS information, and driving continuous improvement of overall EHS processes and systems.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain a strong presence on the floor to engage with stakeholders and operators to foster a robust safety culture
• Complete incident investigations, coordinate Learning Teams, and assign corrective actions
• Perform Job Hazard Assessments and help develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Review SOPs and work practices to identify any safety concerns Support EHS Specialists in safety team meetings
• Order, coordinate delivery and stock safety supplies (PPE, first aid kits, eyewash stations, etc.)
• Develop and install safety signage
• Assist with conducting industrial hygiene sampling and inspections (including chemical, heat stress, X-ray, hearing)
• Support Lockout/Tagout program with labeling, training verification, and lock distribution
• Assist with performing Health Risk Assessments
• Submit and track EHS actions, items and facility/maintenance work orders
• Deliver basic training sessions and EHS information flow down sessions
• Conduct daily, weekly, monthly EHS inspections and input data into EHS databases
• Address, document, and support safety concerns on the floor and in writing
• Organize, file, and maintain safety documentation (training records, meeting minutes, etc.)
• Support light-duty job placement assessments
• Collect environmental data in the field to support compliance programs
• Review and upload chemical Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) to electronic library

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 3 years or more of work experience in pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, or other heavy industries
• Basic understanding of general manufacturing safety 
• Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) 
• Able to rapidly respond to employee health emergencies and activate emergency procedures 
• Available for second or third shift schedule along with weekend work as needed 
• Well organized, excellent attention to details and a passion for all things Environment, Health and Safety 
• Evidence of exceptional ability: Clear communication, teamwork, problem solving skills, and ability to adapt quickly to changes 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs 
• Ability to stand and/or walk for 10+ hrs daily 
• Ability to climb stairs
• Ability to work night shift as needed 

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

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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