Tesla · 3 months ago
CNC Mill Programmer, Prototype Shop
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$27.52/hr - $55.80/hr
10+ years expTesla’s Bay Area Prototype Machine Shop is seeking a dedicated and skilled CNC Mill Programmer to contribute to its mission. In this role, you will work on a range of projects, collaborating with engineers and technicians to program and operate CNC mills for complex machined components.
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Responsibilities
Efficiently program, setup and run a variety of 3-axis and 5-axis CNC Mills (GF Mikron, Hermle, DMG, Matsuura, Haas) in a low-volume / high-mix workflow
Work directly with engineers to review designs, project requirements, and provide DFM feedback
Cut materials, build tooling, design and build fixtures, write, prove, and run programs at the machine, deburr and finish parts, measure and validate parts meet engineering specifications
Program and machine complex components to tight tolerances in various materials with tight deadlines
Proactively track, document, and provide direct feedback with clear communication to management, engineers, and other machinists on design, process, project status and outcomes
Identify, present, plan, and implement shop improvements
Maintain shop equipment and keep your workplace clean and organized
Perform all assignments in a safe manner while adhering to security policies
Qualification
Required
10+ years of CNC mill programming experience
Thorough knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings, documents, and GD&T
Ability to learn and operate multiple CNC controls (Heidenhain, Fanuc, Siemens, Haas)
Ability to efficiently program and operate multiple work-centers simultaneously
Excellent communication skills with ability to develop and present technical information through verbal, email, text, phone, Microsoft Office suite, and other digital communication platforms
Positive energy and attitude, with a passion for prototyping and machining
Excellent mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, analytical skills, and time management
Ability to work efficiently and effectively both independently and as a team with minimal supervision
Flexibility, ability to work overtime on short notice based on strategic needs of the company
Preferred
Mill-Turn & EDM experience
5-axis programming experience (hyperMILL preferred; training provided for qualified candidates)
Benefits
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
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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