What to Expect
We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our BIW Body Accuracy Team. The Body-In-White Process Engineering Tech will be responsible for ensuring body accuracy in both BIW and EOL. This includes data analysis, trouble shooting, new process implementation, fixture tuning, and coaching/training of the production fit team. Must have the ability to work with various production teams including Engineering, Quality, NPI, GA, Paint, and all levels of management.
What You'll Do
- Create and maintain problem tracking systems and trend tracking for body fits
- Actively monitor dimensional accuracy of BIW thru various measurement systems (CMM, Laser gage, Check fixture, manual measurements, etc.
- Hands on position focused on Body Fit Accuracy leaving BIW Develop procedures and coach associates in proper fitting techniques
- Adjust and maintain BIW fitting jigs. Input into jig modifications and changes to main controlling features
- Take direct responsibility for achieving dimensional fit targets and lead all activities towards this objective
- Perform setup and removal of checking fixtures with focus on quality
- Develop best practice standards for new process or jig implementation
What You'll Bring
- Minimally 2-3 years of experience in Body fitting, BIW and EOL
- Teamwork: Ability to establish and maintain a positive report with supervisors from multiple areas, as this position works closely with various departments to support production
- Communication: Ability to clearly and effectively communicate about quality issues on the production floor
- Proficient with manual measurement tools, fit specification in BIW and EOL, understand how to fit a car
- Ability to gather raw data and clearly summarize and present findings to Engineering, Production, and QCE
- Good knowledge of measurement axis
- Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
Physical 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, twist and crawl for extended periods of time, including up to 12 hours/day
- Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding or 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 limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
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:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 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
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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
Expected Compensation
$30.50 - $44.84/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
