Tesla · 7 hours ago
Quality Technician, Body in White, Megafactory
Brookshire, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelTesla is a leading electric vehicle manufacturer, and they are seeking a Quality Technician for their Body in White team. This role is responsible for ensuring quality standards are met by monitoring welding processes, performing inspections, and conducting various tests to support the launch of new Energy products.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
The BIW Quality Technician will be responsible for conducting random floor audits of production parts, SPC charts, and checking fixtures to ensure quality levels are maintained or improved, with clear accountability for reporting findings to engineering and production leads
This person is expected to perform destructive testing (e.g., using plasma cutters, air chisels) and non-destructive testing (NDT) using ultrasonic inspection equipment to analyze weld data and ensure structural integrity, while self-validating work for accuracy, checking the quality of previous operations, and meeting critical deadlines
The BIW Quality Technician shall have the capacity to initiate problem reports, assist in root cause determination for process or product failures, recommend necessary adjustments to parts or machinery, and verbally provide constructive feedback, define/iterate/document standard work, and suggest process improvements, with ownership for updating and auditing weld documentation
The BIW Quality Technician will also support field investigations, instrumented/non-Plan of Record builds, and unique projects in support of our cross-functional teams, including working closely with production teams, engineers, and vendors to resolve welding concerns and provide technical expertise to the welding lab
This role includes hands-on product build validation, collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure factory and line readiness as well as ensuring critical timelines are met through effective execution of key milestones, such as assisting in training production personnel on weld quality requirements and new procedures
Support Operations and Projects on the production line as necessary, while ensuring all activities comply with relevant Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental programs
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Welding Technology or equivalent technical certificate or equivalent experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment, particularly within BIW settings
Must have a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail, while working in an environment that requires quick action, with relevant manufacturing and automotive experience, especially in GMAW (MIG), RSW (resistance spot welding), and structural adhesives applications
Knowledge in Fanuc Robot, WTC Weld Controller, Lincoln power source – Power Wave (Desirable); proficiency in using precision measurement tools like height gauges, Verniers, and micrometers; ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, specifications, and engineering drawings; knowledge of NDT (Level I UT certification may be required) and weld destruct procedures
Communicates test results, ideas, and problems to supervisor and engineers; able to be part of the solution, with strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment and manage multiple priorities
Typically involves a variety of operations (including troubleshooting and rework) requiring a sufficient understanding of the functional operation of the items assembled as well as the finished product, including generating reports from weld data analysis and maintaining records of inspections and supplier performance
Skilled in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with computer skills for data entry and report generation
Skilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable tools
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
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.
Founded in 2003
10001+ employees
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