Process Technician, Production Control, Megafactory

Tesla is looking for a highly motivated, goal-oriented design technician to use Industrial Engineering and Lean Principles for manufacturing processes at the Lathrop Megafactory. Through a detailed understanding of the factory objectives and extensive collaboration with internal and external teams, the design technician will help improve processes to increase overall KPI's (EX: Safety, Quality, Efficiency, Cost, etc.). Tesla is a demanding and fast-paced environment where you will work on a critical subsystem of an incredibly exciting product.

• Manage work request from PC Operations to ensure timely delivery of products on the line

• Set up configurations to support the line, warehouse and overall operations

• Perform special project assignments, as directed by manager & communicate any opportunities for improvement to him that consist of but not limited to rack building, parts presentation, layout, MFS, BOM, MLS, excel calculations, etc

• Collaborate with Production, PC operations, NPI, Metrology, QI and cross-functional support teams to identify any factory constraints and execute solutions accordingly

• Ability to prepare diagrams to illustrate workflow, product routing, floor layouts, material handling, and equipment utilization

• Ability to collect statistical production cycle time studies, analyze data, and optimize process

• Working knowledge of 5S principles, Work Measurement, JIT, Kanban and Problem-Solving Methods

• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds

• Possess ability to effectively interact and communicate under difficult situations

• He/she should possess high degree of dedication to a high level of customer satisfaction

• Possess ability to use email, the Internet, and basic computer applications

• CAD experience or other design experience

• Able to work under pressure while managing competing demands and tight deadlines

• Associate Degree or postsecondary certificate in Manufacturing Technology, 2+ years experience working as a technician or production lead, or equivalent