Production Machinist, Megafactory

The Production Machinist role supports tooling & fixtures across multiple manufacturing operations at Megafactory Texas. Responsibilities include designing, fabricating, and maintaining/optimizing fixtures and related components using CNC, lathes, mills, saws, grinders, etc. The role also performs routine equipment repairs, supports line configuration, and collaborates with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to meet production goals while adhering to safety protocols.

• Operate and program CNC machines, including mills, lathes, and multi-axis equipment, to produce parts according to blueprints and specifications
• Maintain and optimize end-of-arm tooling & pallet, weld and check fixture PM systems, including detailed work instructions and manage on schedule completion of PM activities
• Collaborate with engineers and production teams from developing new porotypes to scale
• Identify and implement proactive systems to achieve consistent productivity and reduce defects
• Support defect troubleshooting procedures during dimensional issues
• Upkeep of equipment, related part inventory, and overall shop 5S
• 3+ years of experience as a machinist with proficiency in operating auto & manual CNC equipment, lathes, mills, saws and grinders
• Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and technical specifications
• Experience in production and maintaining check/weld fixtures, end-of-arm tooling, lift assist, and equipment in general. Strong organization skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices
• Able to work well under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines. Work efficiently and productively in independent and team settings
• Strong analytic problem-solving skills

Physical Essential Demands:

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day
• Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
• Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
• Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install parts
• Stoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
• Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structures
• Ability to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearing
• Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

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