Metrology Engineering Technician, Quality

About the role

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• Metrology Engineering Technician, Quality
• Job Category
• Manufacturing
• Location
• Buffalo, New York
• Req. ID
• 286639
• Job Type
• Full-time
• What to Expect

The Metrology Technician will work as a member of the Metrology group in the Quality organization. They will program and operate the portable CMM (Faro Arm and Leica laser Tracker) on a regular basis. The technician role will be to help root cause analysis and run validation/verification on parts, fixtures, etc. relating to the needs of the Gigafactory New York plant. Qualifications to become a Metrology Technician require some experience in manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

• Program and inspect with specialty using portable CMM (Faro arm and Leica laser tracker)
• Create measurement programs using Polyworks software for standard routine SPC and investigations activities
• Deliver precise results quickly and efficiently by collaborating directly with customers to understand their challenges and guide measurement solutions using technicians' expertise in GD&T and advanced measurement strategies
• Coordinate calibration activities, ensuring that all test and measurement equipment is functioning and calibrated prior to use, and proactively resolving issues when identified
• Work with the Quality Engineering Team in regard to continuous improvement activities, solving problems and improving overall product quality - may include various physical tasks from time to time with regard to moving parts and equipment
• Support the development and lead the implementation of Metrology standards and best practices in all aspects of Dimensional inspection inside and outside the Metrology Lab

What You’ll Bring

• Strong working experience and understanding of PolyWorks Metrology software and Dataloop PC-DMIS or GOM
• 2+ years’ experience working in manufacturing or quality environment
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills: Ability to work with colleagues and cross-functional teams in a professional and organized manner

Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings (including GD&T), preferred

Ability to give presentations and prepare technical reports based on measurement/scan data

Essential 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 a 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 a 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: hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, reflective vest, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines

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

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

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
• Engineering Technician I - $27.45 - $30.60/hour
• Engineering Technician II - $31.64 - $34.96/hour
• Engineering Technician III - $34.73 - $40.36/hour
• Engineering Technician IV - $38.10 - $46.56/hour

+ cash and stock awards + benefits for all levels

• 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.

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