Manufacturing Technician, Model Y, Plastics

Manufacturing TechnicianAs a Manufacturing Technician, you will ensure the precise assembly, sealing, and quality validation of critical components through operation and maintenance of advanced manufacturing equipment, adhering to Tesla's standards for closure integrity, safety, and performance. Your role involves maintaining production efficiency, minimizing defects, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize process reliability.ResponsibilitiesOperate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-precision plastic injection molding equipment for sealing, bonding, and closure assembly (e.g., battery casings, vehicle panels)Conduct closure integrity tests (pressure testing, leak detection, visual inspections) and collaborate with engineers to resolve defects or process inefficienciesMonitor, document, and optimize closure parameters (torque, sealant application, alignment tolerances) while ensuring compliance with quality standardsExecute setup, verification, and shutdown procedures, including mold/EOAT checks, equipment homing, water leak verification, and conveyor/rack readinessPerform routine maintenance tasks (purging, IMM system activation, rack/mold changes) and maintain a safe, clean workspace to prevent defectsRequirementsStrong attention to detail and ability to follow strict injection molding protocolsFamiliarity with quality control systemsStrong quality awareness, injection molding defect categorization, and boundary part interpretationAbility to identify existing and potential failure modes preventing safe operation, rate, and qualityEssential 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 a 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, including up to 12 hours a dayClimb 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, clean coveralls in cleanroom, 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 disability 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