Engineering Technician, Process, Abuse Test & Engineering

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What to Expect

A Test Control (TC) technician plays a crucial role in supporting the daily shipping and inventory management operations of the Abuse Testing lab, providing support to the test operations team. A successful candidate in this role demonstrates a penchant for safety, meticulous attention to detail, resourcefulness, proactivity, and a sociable demeanor. Familiarity with MFS or similar enterprise resource planning systems is desirable.

It is essential for this role to have the ability to grasp the broader perspective, enabling them to manage and prioritize amidst multiple demands. In addition, their capacity to perform effectively under high-pressure scenarios is a plus. The perfect fit for this role is someone who brings a wealth of experience from a manufacturing and/or R&D setting, preferably with medium-to-high volume flows. Alternatively, experience in a complex distribution network with similar volume flows is also valuable. An understanding of cross-functional processes and their translation into suitable supply plans is a key part of this role. This position will report to the supervisor, operations. 

What You’ll Do

• Support daily responsibilities for all outbound and incoming cell and energy product shipments.
• Maintain cell inventory and develop strategies for easy storage, retrieval, and identification.
• Prepare, sort and charge batches of cells as per weekly test goals.
• Maintain accurate tracking of critical cell builds for easy retrieval as needed.
• Maintain FIFO anywhere applicable.
• Maintain all test consumable inventory and re-order, as necessary.
• Scan incoming cells into inventory and optimize storage efficiently.
• Provide daily coverage to test operations, including rapid response to minimize downtime related to inventory issues.
• Lead special case disposition of hazardous and non-conformance materials produced by the test lab and escalate to ops management and test engineering teams s required.
• Perform inventory audits to proactively maximize storage and dispose of non-critical items.
• Be prepared to assist with test operations as needed – this role may involve a combination of testing and support tasks as required
• Perform other tasks as instructed by management. 

What You’ll Bring

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of identity and employment eligibility will be required.
• Two (2) or more years of experience working in a high-volume manufacturing or R&D setting.
• Verbal and written communication skills (able to understand and record inventory procedures, shift pass downs, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret detailed Ad-Hoc shipments and labels.
• Advanced computer skills (able to use job-specific PC applications and coach other users)
• Has a thorough understanding of electrical hazards.
• Advanced skills with a voltmeter to check AC/DC voltage.
• Safety oriented Ability to work off-shifts, as needed
• Ability to lift upto 50 lbs. and utilize other hand tools and power tools as applicable. 

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

$24.00 – $65.00/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.

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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