What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fabrication Technician, Body in White, Data Center Manufacturing position at Tesla Motors, Inc.?
The Fabrication Technician supports manufacturing operations by sustaining andoptimizingwelding, mechanical, and chemical processes to ensure product quality, efficiency, and safety. This role involvesmonitoringequipment, troubleshooting out-of-control processes, and resolving issues to minimize downtime. Responsibilities include qualifying new equipment and processes, managing non-conforming materials, and driving continuous improvement through yield enhancement, scrap reduction, and Lean/5S initiatives. The Technician also performs routine equipment repairs, supports line configuration, and collaborates with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to meet production goals while adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience in troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and welding process improvement within a manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do
Support Engineering and Manufacturing by setting up and operating welding/joining processes for lab tests and welding experiments, drafting manufacturing instructions, including rework procedures, and ensuring up-to-date qualification schedules
Train Associates on new or revised manufacturing instructions plus provide daily coverage of welding processes for smooth operations, responding promptly to out-of-control processes to minimize costs and maximize productivity
Investigate and implement countermeasures to enhance processCpkand product yield
Conduct experiments and analyze data under the guidance of process engineers, including but not limited to Design of Experiments (DOE) and Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R)
Lead disposition of non-conformance materials produced by the production line, escalating issues to the Production Engineering team as necessary
Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives, managing parts and tools inventory, executingrepairsand troubleshooting welding problems, and managing workload proactively with a positive attitude toassistco-workers
Responsible for parts and tools inventory while managing repairs/troubleshooting exactly to instructed process
What You'll Bring
Associate's Degree in Electronic, Metallurgy, Welding or some technical certificate or equivalent experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
Knowledge in Fanuc Robot, WTC Weld Controller, Lincoln power source - Power Wave (Desirable)
Knowledge in Resistance Spot Welding (RSW), GMAW MIG/MAG, Destructive Test (DT), and Nondestructive Test (DT) preferred
Demonstrates adherence to EHS regulations and standards and leads by example
Skilled in troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems with proven ability to drawaccurateconclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, andassistwith corrections to the existing process
Skilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable tools plus ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematic
Proven ability to handle multiple priorities with minimal direction contributing to a positive, team-oriented work environment with strong organization and record-keeping skills with strong attention to detail
Physical Essential Demands:
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,twistand crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
Climb andmaintainbalance on ladders,scaffoldingor 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 limitedto:safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Compensation and 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.