Material Lab Technician, Semi

What You'll Do

• Congduct quality and failure analysis testing in collaboration with Materials Engineers and Test Technicians in a 24/7 quality laboratory environment
• Perform routine testing of Drive Unit, Battery Module, Body in White, Powder Coating, and General Assembly materials, including visual inspections, dimensional measurements, tensile and shear strength tests, and particulate contamination analysis
• Assist senior lab staff with failure analysis investigations, including interpreting test data and generating comprehensive test reports
• Contribute to the enhancement of laboratory practices and procedures by providing actionable feedback and maintaining inventory of consumable supplies
• Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment and utilize machine shop experience and ASTM standards knowledge when applicable
• Uphold the company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in all laboratory activities and professional responsibilities

What You'll Bring

• 1+ year experience working in a quality environment
• Able to work both independently and in a collaborative project-focused environment, prompt and dependable
• Comfortable working with chemicals and hazardous materials like battery cells
• Some manual tasks required like operating some heavy equipment such as a pallet jack and a band saw
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Experience with microscopic evaluation using a Keyence (optical) or XRF (XRay) or SEM (Electron) is preferred
• Experience conducting mechanical tests using an Instron is preferred

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical plans with $0 payroll deduction
• Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
• Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
• HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sick and Vacation time
• 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