Calibration Technician, Cell Manufacturing

About the role

• Calibration Technician, Cell Manufacturing | Tesla (Manufacturing)
• Location: AUSTIN, Texas | Req ID: 256441 | Job Type: Full-time
• What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a skilled individual with expertise in calibration programs and technical quality processes to join the Cell Manufacturing Team at Gigafactory Texas in Austin. As a Calibration Technician, you will play a critical role within the Cell Manufacturing Quality Organization, supporting daily operations of the calibration program and aiding the production team in a 24x7 manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

• Execute the calibration program for all inspection, test, and measuring equipment in a 24x7 manufacturing setting
• Perform calibration, repair, diagnostics, and modification of industrial process control instrumentation for cell manufacturing lines at Gigafactory Texas, while managing related technical documentation and procedures
• Review calibration test results and certificates for accuracy
• Train equipment owners on the use of the calibration program
• Communicate the status of calibrated equipment to owners, including TPM activity, tracking total cost of ownership, and alerting stakeholders to repeat tool failures
• Manage tools requiring external repair/calibration by scheduling on-site and off-site calibrations, creating service contracts, maintaining certification documentation, and addressing issues during external calibrations
• Support Tesla’s mission, vision, values, and goals through daily activities

What You'll Bring

• 2+ years of experience in calibration laboratories or quality operations roles
• Knowledge and working experience with ISO 17025 standards
• Understanding and application of control plans
• Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Strong technical quality support and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to organize and prioritize in a dynamic production setting
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbalEssential Physical Demands:
• Capable of lifting 50lbs. with no physical limitations of your hands, back, or legs

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
• Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)