Quality Engineer, Casting

The Quality Engineer, Castings/CNC will be responsible for providing on-time support to our internal or external customers on Quality Improvement opportunities for Aluminum High Pressure Die Casting and Machining processes. The role will monitor our manufacturing processes, quality data systems, first pass yield, scrap, and continuous improvement opportunities in order to implement the best practices in our operation on a daily basis.

- Improve part quality, yield, process capability and cost of vehicle body castings
- Improve control systems to detect and prevent non-conformances
- Ensure part conformance and compliance to standards and specifications by championing Control Plans, Failure Mode & Effects Analysis, Product Design Reviews, Inspection Standards, Testing and Rework Methods, Work Instructions, and Technical Specifications
- Lead review and disposition of identified potential non-conforming product
- Lead internal auditing processes for quality assurance and compliance
- Lead product containment activities and arrange for disposition
- Liaise with BIW engineering and General assembly for best fit for the vehicle

- Degree in Science or Engineering from an accredited university or college, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 2 years experience in casting, CNC machining, quality engineering or other relevant industry
- Must have strong knowledge of GD&T and understanding of its application
- Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma or equivalent quality tools /methodology and evidence of their application to solve complex problems in a manufacturing environment
- Experience in training operators and inspector in engineering and quality requirements
- Must be a team motivator with clear verbal / written communication and computer skills
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across all business functions of both internal Manufacturing and Supplier relations

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
- Earned Wage Access: Real-time pay access paid daily, subject to eligibility and schedule (applicable for below Sr. Managers levels)
Expected Compensation $104,000 - $180,000/annual salary + 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.