Manufacturing Technician, Power Electronics in , us

Manufacturing TechnicianThe Manufacturing Technician is tasked with understanding and improving processes to ensure manufacturing lines produce quality products safely and efficiently. This role will interact with many cross functional teams and will require flexibility to support Engineering, Quality, New Product Introduction (NPI) and additional organizations. A process technician is the go-to person to evaluate necessary changes to the line, support quick fixes and to improve line reliability.ResponsibilitiesSupport Engineering and Manufacturing teams in improving and writing manufacturing instructions, including rework proceduresProvide daily coverage of production line processes to ensure smooth and effective operations, including a rapid response to out-of-control processes to minimize cost and maximize productivity Investigate and implement countermeasures to improve product yieldExecute experiments and analyze data under the direction of process engineersLead special case disposition of non-conformance materials produced by the production line and escalate to the production engineering team as neededMaintain and help develop up-to-date maintenance and calibration procedures and schedulesTrial new parts and process in conjunction with the new product engineering team and support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives with the support of the industrial engineering teamPerform Quality Audits to proactively identify potential issues working with the quality engineering organizationRequirementsAssociate's degree, technical certificate or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong proficiency in common workplace software (MS Word, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.)Proven ability to draw accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assist with corrections to the existing processSkilled with the use of a variety of hand and portable toolsAbility to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematicsEssential Physical DemandsAbility to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a dayAbility to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrainFrequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs., including the ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairsFrequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install partsStoop, lay, bend, reach, squat, kneel, crouch, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, up to 12 hoursClimb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or other high structuresAbility to find issues in a work process and receive safety signals using sight, touch, and hearingWearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump cap and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelinesCompensation & BenefitsBenefitsAlong 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 deductionFamily-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefitsDental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contributionCompany Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSAHealthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefitsCompany paid Basic Life, AD&DShort-term and long-term insurance (90 day waiting period)Employee Assistance ProgramSick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid HolidaysBack-up childcare and parenting support resourcesVoluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insuranceWeight Loss and Tobacco Cessation ProgramsTesla Babies programCommuter benefitsEmployee discounts and perks program