Lab Technician, Cathode Lab

Description:
Tesla is looking to hire a Quality Control Technician with experience of working in analytical lab. This candidate will be a core member of Cathode Quality team that is focused on the testing and evaluation of Cathode materials to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. In support of this 24/7 operation, you will be required to work on DuPont scheduled shift, and working shift is expected.

Responsibilities:
Mainly focused on Cathode active materials and its raw materials inspection, testing and release from the QC lab
Drive the safety motto of the QC lab with zero spill, full EHS compliance and zero LTI mindset
Plan, procure, organize, and run test equipment by following SOP and 5S principles
Conduct chemical, Physical, and Electrochemical Characterization of the materials using different analytical techniques such as SEM, ICP-OES, Tap Density, PSA, XRD, coin cell etc.
Document data in the quality database while ensuring high accuracy and precision of the reported data
Bring new ideas to increase productivity, reduce cost and minimize waste
Support team members for in-house troubleshooting of QC lab equipment

Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science, or equivalent experience
1 – 2 years of hands-on and analytical (university or commercial) experience related to: metallurgy, inorganic chemistry, organometallic chemistry, or materials science
Competency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Experience of using advanced analytical techniques common to materials characterization
Must be able to demonstrate meticulous organizational, data management and communication skills
Must have a strong sense of safety and be able to work independently or with others
Command of the English language, both written and verbal

Essential Physical Demands:
Stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in a fast-paced, noisy environment
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and work in varying temperatures and environments
Ability to climb, bend, stoop, and kneel as needed

Compensation & Benefits:
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