Manufacturing Development Program - Austin

Tesla

2mo ago

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Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Engineering
Austin

Requirements

Demonstrated ability to learn new skills & adapt to new work environments
Comfortable learning new technology
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal
Must be at least 18 years of age
Essential Physical Demands:
Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended periods of time, up to 12 hours a day including but not limited to:
Frequently and repetitively, lift, push and carry up to 35 lbs.
The ability to carry 20 lbs. up and down stairs
Frequently and repetitively, bend, lift and reach to install vehicle parts of varying size and weight overhead, accurately and in allotted timeframes
Ability to stand and walk for up to 12 hours/day, including over varied and uneven terrain
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
Demonstrated ability to handle and manipulate tooling and mechanically fasten bolts within required cycle time, quickly and accurately during new hire training and maintaining ability throughout employment
Exposures to hazardous materials used in the painting process and ability to follow waste handling/disposal procedures
Wearing Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to: safety glasses, safety shoes, bump caps, hearing protection, full-face respirators, gloves, and adhering to prescribed safety rules and guidelines
Open to schedule flexibility that will allow for a variety of shifts, including days, nights, overnight, and/or weekends as needed as well as potential overtime
Ability to work in a team-oriented production or manufacturing environment, including exhibiting strong interpersonal and communication skills with your teammates
Ability and willingness to maintain a safe and collaborative work environment
Ability to work quickly while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Complete standard work process and follow work instructions, procedures, and rotate as required
Demonstrate flexibility as needed by the business
Operate complex manufacturing equipment under supervision
Escalate technical and process issues to the appropriate support groups and leaders
Production Associates must be able to perform a wide array of essential functions across a number of production and manufacturing lines and work areas, as business needs require. Follow safety guidelines & procedures
Demonstrate a high level of professionalism
Exemplary attendance and punctuality are crucial for the team to achieve success

FAQs

What kind of education and training is included in the Manufacturing Development Program at Tesla?

The program includes a 10-16 week Certificate of Achievement at Ohlone College, Fremont, CA, Diablo Valley College, Pleasant Hill, CA, Laney College, Oakland, CA completing credits of Electronics, Robotics Programming, Mechanical Systems, and Technical Drawings.

What are the potential job opportunities after completing the Manufacturing Development Program?

After completing the program, you will have the opportunity to transition into a full-time Production Associate in the Tesla Fremont Factory or Lathrop Megafactory, working with the same equipment and systems you learned about in the classroom and understanding the manufacturing process.

How long does the Manufacturing Development Program typically last?

The program typically lasts 10-16 weeks, depending on the specific courses and credits needed to complete the Certificate of Achievement.

Will I be paid during the Manufacturing Development Program?

Yes, participants in the program will receive compensation for their time and work during the training period.

Tesla

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive

Industry

10,001+

Employees

2003

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.