CNC Machinist

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At Tesla Grand Rapids, we design, build and service custom dies to accelerate the transition to sustainable energy. This 5:30PM-2:30AM shift (Monday‑Friday) offers the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge equipment in a collaborative, safety‑focused environment. Overtime will be offered depending on business needs.

• 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

• 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