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Quality Technician, Casting (Day Shift)

Tesla Motors, Inc.
28.75 - 42.73 USD
paid holidays, flex time, 401(k)
United States, California, Fremont
Dec 10, 2025
What to Expect As a Quality Technician in Tesla Castings, you play a critical role in ensuring that the foundation of every Model Y vehiclewhich is called Rear Underbody (RUB) structure meets the highest standards of precision, strength, and quality. You serve as the first line of defense against defects and a key contributor to Tesla's mission of building the safest and most advanced electric vehicles in the world. What You'll Do Perform in-process and final inspections on RUB castings to ensure conformance to engineering specifications Identify, document, and escalate nonconformances or potential defects promptly and accurately Partner cross-functionally with Production, Process, Tool & Die, and Engineering teams to contain and resolve issues at the source Verify rework and repair quality prior to release to production operations Accurately identify defects and escalate per Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) Conduct visual and tactile inspections for surface defects such as porosity, cracks, dings, inclusions, or machining damage Adherence to all safety protocols and proper PPE usage in high-temperature and high-noise environments What You'll Bring Proficiency in measurement techniques using precision tools such as calipers, gauges, and other measurement systems Strong understanding of quality standards and inspection methods used in Castings High attention to detail with the ability to identify subtle visual or dimensional variations Reliability, strong work ethic, ability to follow procedures and inspection standards Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining accuracy and consistency Comfortable working in factory environment, which may include noise and temperature variation Excellent communication and teamwork skills for effective cross-functional collaboration; must have command of the English language, both written and verbal Compensation and Benefits Benefits Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire: Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical 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 Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna 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 Employee Assistance Program Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary 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 Expected Compensation $28.75 - $42.73/hour + cash and stock awards + benefits Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.