CNC Machinist

What to Expect

At Tesla Grand Rapids, we design, build and service custom dies that will help Tesla accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated CNC Machinist to join our fast-paced and innovative manufacturing team. This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge equipment in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. Overtime will be offered depending on the needs of the business.

The shift for this position is 4:30PM-2:30AM;
Monday-Friday.

• Operate 5-axis
  
  CNC Mills in a low-volume / high-mix workflow
• Read Line ups, process documents, perform setups and operations as described
• Promote and adhere to Tesla’s safety standards, reporting any concerns to management and EHS team
• Provide feedback to engineers, machinists and programmers on design and process improvement
• Machine complex components to tight tolerances in various materials with tight deadlines
• Use various inspection and measurement tools to validate your work
• Tracking and documentation

• 5+ years of CNC mill operating experience
• 2+ years of 5 axis CNC operating experience on dies
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of engineering drawings, documents and GD&T
• Thorough knowledge in the use of measurement and inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, bore gauges, indicators, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to develop and present technical information
• Experience with basic shop tools and Heidenhain CNC controls
• 2+ years of programming experience with Tebis or Work NC programming software

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