Metrology Technician, Cell Manufacturing
Description
The Metrology Technician is a critical member of the Cell Manufacturing Quality Operations team at Giga Texas. This role is responsible for the calibration, maintenance, repair, and operation of precision measurement and metrology equipment used to support production quality across Assembly, Electrode, and Tabless departments. Technicians in this role operate across a defined skill leveling framework and are expected to grow their technical expertise, project ownership, and cross-functional collaboration over time.
Shift: 05:30AM-05:30PM or 05:30PM-05:30AM (optional)
Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday (optional)
Responsibilities
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain precision metrology equipment (CMMs, Keyence, testers, balances, XRF, Zygo, gages, micrometers, and related tools)
- Develop CMM programs; calibrate gages, torque tools, load cells, and hand tools; maintain traceability and records; apply uncertainty analysis, Gage R&R, and SPC
- Troubleshoot, PM, and repair metrology and IPQC/IQC instruments, including testers, balances, HeLeak, Keyence, XRF, and Zygo systems
- Design and 3D-print fixtures and custom tooling; manage spare parts and repair-vs-replace decisions
- Own quality documentation in Acugage: SOPs, PFMEAs, Control Plans, and Reaction Plans; lead audits and Area Assessments; support ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and IATF 16949
- Lead cross-functional projects and RCA/8D; apply DMAIC, Six Sigma, and Lean; justify and qualify capital equipment; own the metrology technology roadmap
- Follow PPE, LOTO, 5S, and hazardous-material procedures; conduct safety inspections, investigations, and risk assessments; partner with EHS on compliance
Requirements
- Basic to advanced understanding of weights, force, pressure, dimensions, and temperature measurement
- Familiarity with measurement units, tolerances, and calibration principles
- Ability to comprehend technical documentation, blueprints, and GD&T fundamentals
- Proficiency in MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across Metrology, Production, Quality, and Engineering teams
- Ability to follow established SOPs, checklists, and safety requirements
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