What to Expect
The Megafactory Training Team is seeking a highly motivated individual to support training initiatives at our Lathrop, CA 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.
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 to 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. Able to navigate through JIRA, actively monitoring and auditing ticket closure, engaging the teams on actions needed to close issues and can speak to closure rates week over week
Facilitate live training sessions on the manufacturing floor for new hires, existing employees, and any other required training sessions. Able to mentor new facilitators, able to certify on required safety courses, target trainings based on high failure rates, and demonstrate the ability to simulate a hands-on environment for training that might not be able to be conducted on the line
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. Able to demonstrate a high sense of urgency to close certification gaps, able to speak to weekly and daily progress, and execute self-certifications to provide a better training experience
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-
At least 1 year of production experience is preferred. Lead or Welder background is a strong plus.
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong presenter with passion to facilitate large groups
-
Proficiency 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
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:
- 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
Expected Compensation
$25.88 - $28.80/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.
Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
