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CNC Machinist

Tesla Motors, Inc.
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/29/2026
What to Expect

At Tesla Grand Rapids, we design, build and service custom dies that will help Tesla accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated CNC Machinist to join our fast-paced and innovative manufacturing team. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge equipment in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. Overtime will be offered depending on the needs of the business.

The shift for this position is 4:30PM-2:30AM; Monday-Friday.


What You'll Do
  • Operate 5-axis CNC Mills in a low-volume / high-mix workflow
  • Read Line ups, process documents, perform setups and operations as described
  • Promote and adhere to Tesla's safety standards, reporting any concerns to management and EHS team
  • Provide feedback to engineers, machinists and programmers on design and process improvement
  • Machine complex components to tight tolerances in various materials with tight deadlines
  • Use various inspection and measurement tools to validate your work
  • Tracking and documentation

What You'll Bring
  • 5 years of CNC mill operating experience
  • 2 years of 5 axis CNC operating experience on dies
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings, documents and GD&T
  • Thorough knowledge in the use of measurement and inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, bore gauges, indicators, etc.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to develop and present technical information
  • Experience with basic shop tools and Heidenhain CNC controls
  • 2 years of programming experience with Tebis or Work NC programming software

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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