Manufacturing Technician, Precision Machining, Optimus
Job in
Lathrop, San Joaquin County, California, 95330, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
Listing for:
Tesla
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Manufacturing Engineer, Machine Operator
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Tesla is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Technician for or a cross functional team between CNC and Engineering.
The Role may require working on various types of CNC machines as required by business needs.
What You'll Do
* Perform first piece inspections and/or first run for production process proofing
* Perform, assess, and debug gauge repeatability reproducibility, and routine inspection and preventative maintenance of production CNC Fixtures
* Setup and maintain CNC production cutting tools
* Starting and Re-starting of production CNC machines after maintenance activities
* Changing production CNC fixtures to meet production build plans and ensuring that the correct CNC program is running on the CNC machine
* Work with Production Leads and Engineering in debugging issues in machining processes
* Recover and trouble shoot automation equipment attached to CNC equipment
What You'll Bring
* Good understanding of GD&T
* Understanding of CNC programming software
* Mechanical abilities with attention to details
* Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
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/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/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
* Potential exposure to confined spaces, elevated heat and hazardous materials
* Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, arm protection, hearing protection and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
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 - $28.80/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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
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Manufacturing Technician, Precision Machining, Optimus
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