Overview
Lab Assistant Jobs in Milwaukee, WI at Advocate Aurora Health
What to Expect
Battery Cells are the common denominator for every Tesla product. Our product requirements demand ground-up cell architectures with state-of-the-art performance, manufactured at volumes that are orders of magnitude higher than the products they power. Our environment is fast-paced and incredibly exciting. Tesla moves quickly, so being passionate and self-motivated to push your limits is critical. Our team works alongside engineering groups across various disciplines, requiring strong communication skills and a team-first mentality. You will work alongside seasoned industry experts, high aptitude recent graduates, and people from every stage in between.
We are seeking a highly motivated quality person to help continuously drive improvements to 4680 quality by gathering and utilizing data from downstream customers as well as the fleet of 4680 products. This person will track all opportunities to improve quality and drive those improvements to the product and process. They will also work with fleet analytics to build and maintain a model for product warranty and relative failure modes. This person is passionate and motivated by manufacturing quality for high reliability applications such as Li-ion cells, medical, or a similar field.
What You’ll Do
Interface with downstream customers, pack, vehicle, and the field. Gather relevant information on applications and performance of 4680 cells
Own the containment process as well as any potential escapes and be accountable to close actions that ensure issues cannot reoccur
Investigate and collect data on opportunities for improvements to 4680 quality and quantify impact
Build fundamental understanding of complex technical challenges (design, manufacturing, integration, etc.) based on data collected
Using a data driven approach to turn opportunities into actionable tasks that can be deployed to engineering teams, then track those actions to closure
Own KPI’s that describe the performance of the fleet across all in house cell manufacturing and drive compliance to industry standards
Participate in warranty modelling based on CAE, lab testing and data from the field
Build fundamental understanding of complex technical challenges (design, manufacturing, integration, etc.) based on data collected
Conducts detailed risk assessments at the product and manufacturing level to identify opportunity and drives mitigation of risks
Interface with reliability engineering teams to implement findings from the field, lifetime testing as well as abuse engineering
What You’ll Bring
1+ years of experience in quality, reliability, or similar field
Degree in Engineering, Science, or equivalent experience
Experience working with lithium-ion cells or high-volume manufacturing is preferred
Ability to analyze very large data sets to draw conclusions. Strong data analytical skills using multiple platforms and languages (SQL, Python, Tableau, MATLAB, JMP etc.)
Knowledge of quality problem solving methods such as Six Sigma to root cause, solve and iteratively improve product quality
Proven application of sampling plans and statistical analysis – AQL, Process Capability, SPC, etc.
Detail oriented, with the ability to effectively handle multiple priorities
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills and strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across levels and functions
Can demonstrate ability to perform deadlines and perform under high pressure
Fluent with common MS office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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
$72,000 – $132,000/annual salary + 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.
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Title: Lab Assistant
Company: Advocate Aurora Health
Location: Milwaukee, WI
