CNC Machinist
- Pay
- $19 – $40 per hour
- Location
- Elgin, IL · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 29 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- CNC machining
About the role
- CNC Machinist | Tesla (Manufacturing)
- Location: ELGIN, Illinois | Req ID: 281846 | Job Type: Full-time
- What to Expect
At Tesla Elgin, we design, fabricate, and build custom automation equipment that will help Tesla accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist to join our dynamic team, where we value technical skills, positive attitude, and a determined work ethic. We have a high bar at Tesla and the expectation is excellence.
Shift: 04:00PM - 12:30AM; Monday through Friday
What You'll Do
- Machine parts to print with high throughput and accuracy. Executing at a high level across a variety of parts ranging in difficulty and quantity. This is not a production shop. A detailed understanding of CNC controls, mills, lathes, programming, and manual fabrication equipment
- Promote a positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Maintains clean and organized work area and equipment
- Support and ensure safe working practices and a healthy work environment
- Assist in other work areas to perform fabrication, assembly and maintenance when required
What You'll Bring
- At least 3 years of CNC mill experience with an understanding of M and G-code
- Display extensive experience and proficiency with machining and fabrication
- Display evidence of exceptional abilities and self-motivated
- Candidates need to have basic computer knowledge and skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent decision-making skills, strong understanding of manufacturing process
- Experience with Fanuc controls and programming experience
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)
Expected Compensation$19.22 - $39.96/hour + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay 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.
From Tesla's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 12, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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