Process Technician, Seats

What to Expect
Perform process sustaining for the manufacturing line on a variety of mechanical and seat assembly processes, tasks include: rework and disposition of non-conformance materials that come from the manufacturing line, train associates to the standard work, troubleshoot product and process issues, respond to out-of-control process, work on yield improvement projects, and qualify new equipment and process that are introduced into the manufacturing line. Perform supporting activities for engineering and manufacturing including 5S and Lean manufacturing activities, material handling improvements, production line configuration, and safety procedures. Manage workload with a positive attitude as a team player in a collaborative work environment.
What You’ll Do

• Develop formal training programs, train and lead a group of production associates on how to assemble the seat / seat sub-assembly by following the standard work instruction to meet Tesla quality standards
• Write work instructions, setup workstations, and display best practice in seat building while keeping safety, ergonomics, quality, Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles in mind
• Rework and/or disposition of all non-conformance materials
• Day to day support of production line processes, including rapid response to out-of-control processes to minimize cost and maximize productivity
• Maintain and help develop up-to-date maintenance and calibration procedures and schedules
• Work with Process and Quality Engineers to ensure manufacturing instructions and qualification schedules are always available and current
• Interface with Process, Quality, Design and NPI to identify and help resolve build issues with new and existing product

What You’ll Bring

• 3 plus years' experience in a manufacturing / Mass production environment. Seat assembly a plus
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles
• Skilled at troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems a plus
• Skilled with the use of a variety of hand tools and basic measurement tools
• Skilled with common workplace software (MS Word, Excel, Visio, Access, etc.)
• Able to interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Must have command of the English language, both written and verbal