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CNC Machinist

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2026
What to Expect

At Tesla Elgin, we design, fabricate, and build custom automation equipment that will help Tesla accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our dynamic team, where we value technical skills, positive attitude, and a determined work ethic. We have a high bar at Tesla and the expectation is excellence.

Shifts for this position are: 07:00AM - 3:30PM; Monday through Friday OR 02:30PM - 11:00PM; Monday through Friday


What You'll Do
  • Machine parts to print with high throughput and accuracy. Executing at a high level across a variety of parts ranging in difficulty and quantity. This is not a production shop. A detailed understanding of CNC controls, mills, lathes, programming, and manual fabrication equipment
  • Promote a positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Maintains clean and organized work area and equipment
  • Support and ensure safe working practices and a healthy work environment
  • Assist in other work areas to perform fabrication, assembly and maintenance when required

What You'll Bring
  • At least 3 years of CNC mill experience with an understanding of M and G-code
  • Display extensive experience and proficiency with machining and fabrication
  • Display evidence of exceptional abilities and self-motivated
  • Candidates need to have basic computer knowledge and skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent decision-making skills, strong understanding of manufacturing process
  • Experience with Fanuc controls and programming experience

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:

  • 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

    Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

     

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