Tesla · 1 day ago
Supplier Quality Assurance Technician, Energy Mechanical
Lathrop, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$25.88/hr - $38.46/hr
3+ years expTesla is a leading electric vehicle and clean energy company, and they are seeking a Supplier Quality Assurance Technician to join their Supplier Quality Team. This role is crucial for ensuring the production line remains free from disruptions due to supplier quality issues while collaborating with suppliers and factory teams to drive resolution and corrective actions.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Support supplier quality performance at the Tesla factory through daily onsite work to support data collection, identify failure trends and confirm issue origination with communication to internal and external teams
Participate in daily Material Review Board (MRB) meetings and investigate potential supplier quality issues within agreed timeframe, assign ownership of defects and support other teams and team members with complex or major issues which impact Tesla quality or productivity
Own the containment activities for all supplier related issues by fast response including sorting/reworking parts when needed, creating Work Instructions, support the Quality Inspection (QI) Team members by training inspectors, conducting spot audits, and communicating daily the results of sorts and highlighting percentage of rejected parts
Engage with Tesla SIE, QE and suppliers on issuing Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs) – developing accurate and effective short-term containment, long-term corrective actions with follow up and Verification of Effectiveness (VOE) to drive SCAR closure
Coordinate return of samples to supplier for failure analysis, measurement at Tesla, or collection of additional information as required
Perform line-side or real-time defect analysis utilizing basic metrology equipment, visual inspection, coordinate specialized testing, and communicate results with internal teams and the supplier
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience supporting sheet metal, stamping, machining or similar mechanical fabrication processes as a member of quality, manufacturing or process engineering teams; or the candidate will have led multiple team members in the production processes
The SQA must have a basic understanding of Quality Systems (PPAP/APQP), inspection methods and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Ability to communicate and direct supplier and factory activities at an appropriate level
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, seeking opportunities to improve part quality and overall efficiency in a fast-paced environment
Some technical writing and discussion ability to explain complex issues in a concise and plain manner
Preferred
Specific training or demonstrated success in applying, analyzing, and reviewing quality problem solving methods such as fishbone diagrams, hypothesis testing, DoE and 8D is a plus
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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2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
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