What to Expect
The Metrology Technician will work as a member of the Metrology group in the Quality organization. They will program and operate the portable CMM (Faro Arm and Leica laser Tracker) on a regular basis. The technician role will be to help root cause analysis and run validation/verification on parts, fixtures, etc relating to the needs of the Gigafactory Texas plant. Qualifications to become a Metrology Technician require some experience in manufacturing.
What You'll Do
- Program and inspect with specialty using portable CMM (Faro arm and Leica laser tracker)
- Create measurement programs using Polyworks software for standard routine SPC and investigations activities
- Deliver precise results quickly and efficiently by collaborating directly with customers to understand their challenges and guide measurement solutions using technicians' expertise in GD&T and advanced measurement strategies
- Coordinate calibration activities, ensuring that all test and measurement equipment is functioning and calibrated prior to use, and proactively resolving issues when identified
- Work with the Quality Engineering Team in regard to continuous improvement activities, solving problems and improving overall product quality - may include various physical tasks from time to time with regard to moving parts and equipment
- Support the development and lead the implementation of Metrology standards and best practices in all aspects of Dimensional inspection inside and outside the Metrology Lab
What You'll Bring
- Strong working experience and understanding of PolyWorks Metrology software and Dataloop
- 2+ years' experience working in manufacturing or quality environment
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal skills: Ability to work with colleagues and cross-functional teams in a professional and organized manner
- Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings (including GD&T), preferred
- Ability to give presentations and prepare technical reports based on measurement/scan data
Essential Physical 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 a 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 a 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: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
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)
- 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
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