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Process Technician, Powder Coat, Megafactory (Night Shift)

Tesla Motors, Inc.
25.88 - 33.67 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Lathrop
Apr 23, 2026
What to Expect

The Process Technician performs process sustaining tasks for the manufacturing line on a variety of mechanical and electrical processes including response to out-of-control process, work on yield improvement projects, disposition of special case non-conforming materials that come from the manufacturing line, qualifying new equipment and processes that are being introduced into the manufacturing line. Perform supporting activities for Engineering and Manufacturing including 5S and Lean manufacturing activities, yield improvement, scrap reduction, production line configuration, and safety procedures.


What You'll Do
  • Support Engineering and Manufacturing in improving and writing manufacturing instructions, including rework procedures, and ensuring qualification schedules are always available and current
  • Train associates on new or updated manufacturing instructions
  • Provide daily coverage of production line processes to ensure smooth and effective operations, including a rapid response to out-of-control processes to minimize cost and maximize productivity
  • Investigate and implement countermeasures to improve process Cpk and product yield
  • Execute experiments and analyze data under the direction of process engineers including but not limited to DOE, GR&R
  • Lead special case disposition of non-conformance materials produced by the production line and escalate to the production engineering team as needed
  • Maintain and help develop up-to-date maintenance and calibration procedures and schedules

What You'll Bring
  • Associate's Degree in Electronic, Metallurgy, Welding, Technical Certificate, or equivalent experience
  • Experience working in a manufacturing environment in powder coating or chemical treatment process
  • Strong proficiency in common workplace software Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
  • Proven ability to draw accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions or deviations, and assist with corrections to the existing process
  • Proven ability to handle multiple priorities with minimal direction contributing to a positive, team-oriented work environment
  • Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal

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:

  • 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
    Expected Compensation
    $25.88 - $33.67/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.

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