The Process Engineering Technician conducts process sustaining tasks for the manufacturing line, managing various mechanical and chemical processes. This includes responding to out-of-control processes, working on yield improvement projects, handling non-conforming materials from the manufacturing line, and qualifying new equipment and processes. The Technician also supports Engineering and Manufacturing through activities such as 5S and Lean manufacturing, yield improvement, scrap reduction, production line configuration, and adherence to safety procedures.
- Support Process Engineer(s) by improving and drafting manufacturing instructions, including rework procedures, and ensuring up-to-date qualification schedules
- Lead disposition of non-conformance materials produced by the production line, escalating issues to the Production Engineering team as necessary
- Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives, managing parts and tools inventory, executing repairs and troubleshooting precisely according to instructed processes
- Report out daily on NCM activities, including scrap, rework, on hold, and new incoming failures
- Review yield and fallout data and prioritize non-conforming material according to severity and occurrence of failure modes
- Train Associates on new or revised manufacturing instructions
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Visio and Access
- Skilled in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Proven ability to analyze test data, malfunctions, and deviations, contributing to process corrections
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with a focus on safety, team collaboration, and attention to detail
- Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
Benefits
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- 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 (90 day waiting period)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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 - $38.46/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.