What To Expect
The Megafactory Training Team is seeking a highly motivated individual to support training initiatives at our Megafactory, Houston, Texas location. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating new hire training for all Lathrop employees, as well as providing ongoing development opportunities for current team members. A strong background in production environments, paired with hands-on experience, is essential for success in this role. This position is hands-on and requires working directly on the production line in a manufacturing setting.

The successful candidate will demonstrate flexibility, confidence, and the ability to communicate effectively across various organizational levels (Associates, Technicians, Managers, Engineering, etc.) to meet training objectives and goals. You will be expected to both challenge and be challenged, fostering an environment of creativity and innovation.

This role will be based out of the Greater Houston Area (TX) however will be expected to train in California. Other travel may be required.

What You'll Do

Collaborate closely with the Tesla onboarding team to ensure a seamless transition into training, including scheduling, logistics, and communication. Maintain detailed tracking of new hires, manage certifications and station assignments, and lead a team of workstation trainers for each respective shop. Be prepared to work lineside throughout your shift with associates to proactively assess training progress

Effectively allocate groups into appropriate training programs to prepare them for their roles. Continuously learn new process skills from engineering and shop process owners, staying up to date with the latest revisions in process operations. Provide cross-training to employees on the correct techniques

Communicate proactively with students, stakeholders, and managers regarding planned and completed training, based on their needs. Work closely with production leaders to ensure training efforts align with business objectives

Maintain constant engagement with manufacturing, production leadership, technical writing, process engineering, and other departments to stay updated on the latest revisions of process operations

Facilitate live training sessions on the manufacturing floor for new hires, exiting employees, and any other required training sessions

Ensure the Learning Management System (LMS) is accurate and up to date, reflecting the latest course revisions. Maintain accurate Versatility Charts to properly track certification coverage across the factory

Set clear expectations for new and existing hires in alignment with Tesla standards, ensuring they understand safety, quality, and efficiency requirements

What You'll Bring

Minimum of 2 years working in Tesla Production is a plus (Lead experience preferred)

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong presenter with passion to facilitate large groups

Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Demonstrates professionalism including communication, dress, and attitude while modelling the company's core values of integrity, collaboration, and getting it done

Proven ability to be highly organized with a strong attention to detail

Background or understanding of adult learning principles and Learning Management System (LMS) is a plus

Benefits
Compensation and 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